Rockville, Maryland vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 7.3% cheaper than Rockville, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $60,251 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockville, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is cheaper than Rockville, Maryland
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
38% cheaper in Austin
than in Rockville, Maryland
Rockville, MD vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Rockville, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.3% 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
  14.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% lower
  Commute
  17.9% lower
  Health
  17.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% higher