Newton, Massachusetts vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 37.8% cheaper than Newton, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $186,724 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Newton, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is cheaper than Newton, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Austin
than in Newton, Massachusetts
Newton, MA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Newton, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.8% 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
  18.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.8% lower
  Commute
  10.6% higher
  Health
  13.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.7% lower

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