New York, New York vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 23.3% cheaper than New York, New York.

You would need a salary of $49,887 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in New York, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is cheaper than New York, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% cheaper in Austin
than in New York, New York
New York, NY vs. Austin, TX
Compared to New York, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.3% 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
  17.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.2% lower
  Commute
  39.3% lower
  Health
  20.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.2% lower