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AUSTIN vs. COLUMBIA
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Austin, Texas vs. Columbia, Missouri
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbia, Missouri is
30.6%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$277,587
in Columbia, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Missouri is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Columbia
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Columbia, MO
Compared to Austin, Columbia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
30.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
1.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
50.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.9% lower
Commute
32.8% lower
Health
22.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.2% lower
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