Austin, Texas vs. Ouray, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ouray, Colorado is 12.9% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $43,547 in Ouray, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ouray, Colorado is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
21% cheaper in Ouray
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Ouray, CO
Compared to Austin, Ouray is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.9% 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
  7.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% higher
  Commute
  17.8% lower
  Health
  21.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% higher