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AUSTIN vs. MCALLEN
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Austin, Texas vs. McAllen, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in McAllen, Texas is
39.1%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$45,672
in McAllen, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, McAllen, Texas is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in McAllen
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Mcallen, TX
Compared to Austin, Mcallen is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
39.1% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
63.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.1% lower
Commute
21.6% lower
Health
3.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
15.9% lower
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