Austin, Texas vs. Jackson, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, Michigan is 37.5% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $25,008 in Jackson, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Michigan is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
73% cheaper in Jackson
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Jackson, MI
Compared to Austin, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.5% 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
  5.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  17.7% lower
  Health
  9.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% lower