Richmond, Virginia vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 34.7% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $154,849 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% more expensive in Austin
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Richmond, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.7% 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
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.2% higher
  Commute
  31.6% higher
  Health
  2.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% lower