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AUSTIN vs. JOSHUA TREE
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Austin, Texas vs. Joshua Tree, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Joshua Tree, California is
19.9%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$40,070
in Joshua Tree, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joshua Tree, California is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% cheaper in Joshua Tree
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Joshua Tree, CA
Compared to Austin, Joshua Tree is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
19.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
44.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.3% higher
Commute
5.1% higher
Health
10.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.9% higher
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