Oakland, California vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 26.7% cheaper than Oakland, California.

You would need a salary of $109,972 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Oakland, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is cheaper than Oakland, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Austin
than in Oakland, California
Oakland, CA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Oakland, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.7% higher
  Commute
  12.6% lower
  Health
  13.0% lower
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  Personal
  10.0% lower
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