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AUSTIN vs. ARLINGTON
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Austin, Texas vs. Arlington, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Arlington, Texas is
22.1%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$116,847
in Arlington, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Texas is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Arlington
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Arlington, TX
Compared to Austin, Arlington is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
22.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
44.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.9% higher
Commute
4.3% higher
Health
2.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
6.7% higher
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