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COLUMBUS vs. AUSTIN
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Columbus, Ohio vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
49.8%
more expensive
than Columbus, Ohio.
You would need a salary of
$205,932
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
162% more expensive in Austin
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Columbus, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
49.8% higher
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Food
2.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
134.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.9% lower
Commute
22.0% higher
Health
13.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
8.4% higher
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