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AUSTIN vs. STATE COLLEGE
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Austin, Texas vs. State College, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in State College, Pennsylvania is
22.4%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$349,150
in State College, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, State College, Pennsylvania is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in State College
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. State College, PA
Compared to Austin, State College is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
22.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
11.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.8% lower
Commute
33.9% lower
Health
24.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.2% lower
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