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PALM_DESERT vs. AUSTIN
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Cost of Living Calculator - Palm Desert, California vs Austin, Texas
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
4.8%
more expensive
than Palm Desert, California.
You would need a salary of
$52,394
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Palm Desert, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than Palm Desert, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
7% more expensive in Austin
than in Palm Desert, California
Palm_Desert, CA vs Austin, TX
Compared to Palm_Desert, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
4.8% higher
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2.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
4.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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10.2% lower
Commute
12.6% lower
Health
16.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.5% lower
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