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SAN JOSE vs. AUSTIN
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San Jose, California vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
39.8%
cheaper
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$193,197
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
cheaper
than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Austin
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to San Jose, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
39.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
15.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
63.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.4% higher
Commute
27.2% lower
Health
5.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.2% lower
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