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COSTA MESA vs. AUSTIN
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Costa Mesa, California vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
27.2%
cheaper
than Costa Mesa, California.
You would need a salary of
$83,695
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Costa Mesa, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
cheaper
than Costa Mesa, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Austin
than in Costa Mesa, California
Costa Mesa, CA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Costa Mesa, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
27.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
8.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
53.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.6% higher
Commute
3.1% higher
Health
8.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.7% lower
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