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CHARLOTTE vs. AUSTIN
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Charlotte, North Carolina vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
29.8%
more expensive
than Charlotte, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$700,816
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than Charlotte, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% more expensive in Austin
than in Charlotte, North Carolina
Charlotte, NC vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Charlotte, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
29.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
2.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
61.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.8% higher
Commute
12.5% higher
Health
6.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.0% higher
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