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IRVINE vs. AUSTIN
Cost of Living Comparison
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Irvine, California vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
28.5%
cheaper
than Irvine, California.
You would need a salary of
$264,348
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Irvine, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
cheaper
than Irvine, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Austin
than in Irvine, California
Irvine, CA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Irvine, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
28.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
8.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
57.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.8% higher
Commute
1.0% lower
Health
8.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.2% lower
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