Metuchen, New Jersey vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 3.9% cheaper than Metuchen, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $91,262 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Metuchen, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is cheaper than Metuchen, New Jersey
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
25% cheaper in Austin
than in Metuchen, New Jersey
Metuchen, NJ vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Metuchen, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.9% 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
  9.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.6% lower
  Commute
  25.3% lower
  Health
  2.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% lower