Cost of Living Calculator - Arlington, Washington vs Austin, Texas


The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 4.1% more expensive than Arlington, Washington.

You would need a salary of $98,901 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Arlington, Washington
• Utilities are the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
39% more expensive in Austin
than in Arlington, Washington
Arlington, WA vs Austin, TX
Compared to Arlington, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  39.4% higher
  Commute
  2.2% lower
  Health
  17.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% lower

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