Manhattan, New York vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 41.6% cheaper than Manhattan, New York.

You would need a salary of $40,912 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is cheaper than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Austin
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Manhattan, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  19.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.1% lower
  Commute
  31.7% lower
  Health
  18.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  32.8% lower