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HOUSTON vs. AUSTIN
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Houston, Texas vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
35.5%
more expensive
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$101,623
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
132% more expensive in Austin
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Houston, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
35.5% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
1.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
99.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.7% higher
Commute
7.6% lower
Health
6.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.0% higher
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