Des Plaines, Illinois vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 22.7% more expensive than Des Plaines, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $137,986 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Plaines, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Des Plaines, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
115% more expensive in Austin
than in Des Plaines, Illinois
Des Plaines, IL vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Des Plaines, Austin is:
  Homeowner
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  22.7% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.3% higher
  Commute
  12.7% lower
  Health
  15.5% higher
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  Personal
  6.4% lower
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