Austin, Texas vs. Elgin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elgin, Texas is 24.1% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $30,355 in Elgin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elgin, Texas is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Elgin
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Elgin, TX
Compared to Austin, Elgin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.1% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% higher
  Commute
  9.4% higher
  Health
  4.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% lower