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AUSTIN vs. MENLO PARK
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Austin, Texas vs. Menlo Park, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Menlo Park, California is
174.4%
more expensive
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$200,327
in Menlo Park, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Menlo Park, California is
more expensive
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
328% more expensive in Menlo Park
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Menlo Park, CA
Compared to Austin, Menlo Park is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
174.4% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
26.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
516.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.3% lower
Commute
25.8% higher
Health
15.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
18.5% higher
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