Cost of Living Calculator - Austin, Texas vs Compton, California


The cost of living in Compton, California is 5.4% more expensive than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $52,705 in Compton, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Compton, California is more expensive than Austin, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
46% more expensive in Compton
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs Compton, CA
Compared to Austin, Compton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.4% 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
  3.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% lower
  Commute
  46.4% higher
  Health
  11.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% higher

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