Austin, Texas vs. Appleton, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Appleton, Wisconsin is 34.9% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $19,521 in Appleton, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Appleton, Wisconsin is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Appleton
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Appleton, WI
Compared to Austin, Appleton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.9% 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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% lower
  Commute
  32.6% lower
  Health
  6.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% higher