Salinas, California vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 7.9% cheaper than Salinas, California.

You would need a salary of $73,680 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Salinas, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is cheaper than Salinas, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% cheaper in Austin
than in Salinas, California
Salinas, CA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Salinas, Austin is:
  Homeowner
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  7.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.3% higher
  Commute
  9.5% higher
  Health
  29.3% lower
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  Personal
  2.6% lower
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