Austin, Texas vs. Beckley, West Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Beckley, West Virginia is 45.8% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $32,504 in Beckley, West Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Beckley, West Virginia is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% cheaper in Beckley
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Beckley, WV
Compared to Austin, Beckley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.8% 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
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.0% lower
  Commute
  36.0% lower
  Health
  25.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower

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