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SAN DIEGO vs. AUSTIN
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San Diego, California vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
19.3%
cheaper
than San Diego, California.
You would need a salary of
$82,287
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
cheaper
than San Diego, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% cheaper in Austin
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to San Diego, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
19.3% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
42.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.6% lower
Commute
8.6% lower
Health
14.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.9% lower
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