Austin, Texas vs. Aliso Viejo, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Aliso Viejo, California is 17.6% more expensive than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $258,764 in Aliso Viejo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Aliso Viejo, California is more expensive than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% more expensive in Aliso Viejo
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Aliso Viejo, CA
Compared to Austin, Aliso Viejo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.6% 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
  6.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% higher
  Commute
  1.3% higher
  Health
  8.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% higher