Austin, Texas vs. Troy, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Troy, Alabama is 39.2% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $30,410 in Troy, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Troy, Alabama is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% cheaper in Troy
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Troy, AL
Compared to Austin, Troy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.2% 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
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% higher
  Commute
  35.1% lower
  Health
  15.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% lower