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GRAND RAPIDS vs. AUSTIN
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Grand Rapids, Michigan vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
44.6%
more expensive
than Grand Rapids, Michigan.
You would need a salary of
$63,616
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than Grand Rapids, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
132% more expensive in Austin
than in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Grand Rapids, MI vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Grand Rapids, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
44.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
123.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.8% lower
Commute
15.6% higher
Health
25.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.7% higher
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