Bellingham, Washington vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 5.0% more expensive than Bellingham, Washington.

You would need a salary of $52,516 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Bellingham, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Bellingham, Washington
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
42% more expensive in Austin
than in Bellingham, Washington
Bellingham, WA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Bellingham, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.0% 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
  5.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  42.2% higher
  Commute
  34.0% higher
  Health
  4.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.2% lower