New Bedford, Massachusetts vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 26.2% more expensive than New Bedford, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $94,683 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in New Bedford, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than New Bedford, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in Austin
than in New Bedford, Massachusetts
New Bedford, MA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to New Bedford, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.2% 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
  7.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.8% lower
  Commute
  22.7% higher
  Health
  14.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% lower