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AUSTIN vs. WACO
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Austin, Texas vs. Waco, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Waco, Texas is
39.0%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$30,487
in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% cheaper in Waco
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Austin, Waco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
39.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
66.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.9% lower
Commute
34.2% lower
Health
0.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
6.5% lower
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