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AUSTIN vs. ARLINGTON
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Austin, Texas vs. Arlington, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Arlington, Virginia is
24.9%
more expensive
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$280,989
in Arlington, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Virginia is
more expensive
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% more expensive in Arlington
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Arlington, VA
Compared to Austin, Arlington is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
24.9% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
19.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
84.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.8% lower
Commute
11.5% higher
Health
1.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
16.4% higher
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