Austin, Texas vs. Foster City, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Foster City, California is 114.3% more expensive than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $246,441 in Foster City, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Foster City, California is more expensive than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
186% more expensive in Foster City
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Foster City, CA
Compared to Austin, Foster City is:
  Homeowner
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  114.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  21.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  314.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.9% lower
  Commute
  35.2% higher
  Health
  15.6% higher
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  Personal
  20.5% higher
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