Austin, Texas vs. Salida, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salida, Colorado is 14.1% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $42,929 in Salida, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salida, Colorado is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
31% cheaper in Salida
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Salida, CO
Compared to Austin, Salida is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.1% 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
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% higher
  Commute
  32.9% lower
  Health
  10.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% lower