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CHICAGO vs. AUSTIN
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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Austin, Texas

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 20.5% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $153,015 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
103% more expensive in Austin
than in Chicago, Illinois

Chicago, IL vs Austin, TX

Compared to Chicago, Austin is:

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20.5% higher

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0.5% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

61.0% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

6.8% higher

Commute

20.6% lower

Health

15.5% higher

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Personal

6.4% lower

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