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COLLEGE STATION vs. AUSTIN
Cost of Living Comparison
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College Station, Texas vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
46.2%
more expensive
than College Station, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$292,377
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in College Station, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than College Station, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
84% more expensive in Austin
than in College Station, Texas
College Station, TX vs. Austin, TX
Compared to College Station, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
46.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
50.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.7% higher
Commute
56.8% higher
Health
0.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
13.2% higher
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