Cost of Living Calculator - Austin, Texas vs Albert Lea, Minnesota


The cost of living in Albert Lea, Minnesota is 45.3% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $41,036 in Albert Lea, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albert Lea, Minnesota is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
77% cheaper in Albert Lea
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs Albert Lea, MN
Compared to Austin, Albert Lea is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.3% lower
      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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  76.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  40.5% lower
  Health
  12.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% lower

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