Redmond, Washington vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 33.1% cheaper than Redmond, Washington.

You would need a salary of $50,207 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Redmond, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is cheaper than Redmond, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Austin
than in Redmond, Washington
Redmond, WA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Redmond, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.1% 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
  11.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  39.0% higher
  Commute
  14.1% lower
  Health
  15.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.2% lower