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DALLAS vs. AUSTIN
Cost of Living Comparison
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Dallas, Texas vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
28.1%
more expensive
than Dallas, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$36,514
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than Dallas, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
95% more expensive in Austin
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Dallas, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
28.1% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
71.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.9% lower
Commute
6.1% lower
Health
3.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.6% lower
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