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AUSTIN vs. LAKE FOREST
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Austin, Texas vs. Lake Forest, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lake Forest, California is
27.4%
more expensive
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$131,257
in Lake Forest, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, California is
more expensive
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Lake Forest, CA
Compared to Austin, Lake Forest is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
27.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
7.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
94.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.5% higher
Commute
1.5% higher
Health
8.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.7% higher
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