Austin, Texas vs. Rockingham, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockingham, North Carolina is 42.3% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $43,238 in Rockingham, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockingham, North Carolina is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% cheaper in Rockingham
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Rockingham, NC
Compared to Austin, Rockingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.3% 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
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  37.0% lower
  Health
  11.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower