Austin, Texas vs. Rockville, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockville, Maryland is 7.9% more expensive than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $75,518 in Rockville, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockville, Maryland is more expensive than Austin, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
62% more expensive in Rockville
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Rockville, MD
Compared to Austin, Rockville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.9% higher
      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
  17.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.3% higher
  Commute
  21.8% higher
  Health
  14.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% lower