California, Maryland vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 26.1% more expensive than California, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $63,060 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in California, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than California, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% more expensive in Austin
than in California, Maryland
California, MD vs. Austin, TX
Compared to California, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.1% 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
  9.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.7% lower
  Commute
  16.7% higher
  Health
  24.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% lower