Port Townsend, Washington vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 18.2% more expensive than Port Townsend, Washington.

You would need a salary of $59,087 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Port Townsend, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Port Townsend, Washington
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
49% more expensive in Austin
than in Port Townsend, Washington
Port Townsend, WA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Port Townsend, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.2% 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
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  49.9% higher
  Commute
  29.3% higher
  Health
  13.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% lower