Austin, Texas vs. Blue River, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Blue River, Colorado is 31.3% more expensive than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $65,649 in Blue River, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Blue River, Colorado is more expensive than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% more expensive in Blue River
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Blue River, CO
Compared to Austin, Blue River is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.3% 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
  10.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  114.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% lower
  Commute
  32.6% lower
  Health
  17.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% higher