New Orleans, Louisiana vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 27.4% more expensive than New Orleans, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $30,567 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than New Orleans, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
125% more expensive in Austin
than in New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans, LA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to New Orleans, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.4% 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
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  106.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.5% higher
  Commute
  17.1% lower
  Health
  0.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% higher