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AUSTIN vs. PHOENIX
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Austin, Texas vs. Phoenix, Arizona
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is
16.0%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$149,526
in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Austin, Phoenix is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
16.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
35.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.7% higher
Commute
7.3% higher
Health
9.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.3% lower
Cost of Food
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