Memphis, Tennessee vs. Abilene, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Abilene, Texas is 2.3% more expensive than Memphis, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $76,742 in Abilene, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Memphis, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Abilene, Texas is more expensive than Memphis, Tennessee
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% more expensive in Abilene
than in Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis, TN vs. Abilene, TX
Compared to Memphis, Abilene is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% higher
      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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.6% higher
  Commute
  27.5% lower
  Health
  20.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% higher