Cost of Living Calculator - Austin, Texas vs Altadena, California


The cost of living in Altadena, California is 55.3% more expensive than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $232,998 in Altadena, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Altadena, California is more expensive than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
88% more expensive in Altadena
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs Altadena, CA
Compared to Austin, Altadena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  55.3% 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
  8.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  126.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.2% higher
  Commute
  45.1% higher
  Health
  14.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% higher

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