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MONTEREY vs. AUSTIN
Cost of Living Comparison
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Monterey, California vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
26.0%
cheaper
than Monterey, California.
You would need a salary of
$44,391
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Monterey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
cheaper
than Monterey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Austin
than in Monterey, California
Monterey, CA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Monterey, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
26.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
12.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
53.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.8% higher
Commute
19.3% higher
Health
29.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.9% lower
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