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BOSTON vs. AUSTIN
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
15.6%
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$801,360
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% cheaper in Austin
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Boston, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
15.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
13.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
38.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
15.2% lower
Commute
16.6% lower
Health
13.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
22.2% lower
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