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SEATTLE vs. AUSTIN
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Cost of Living Calculator - Seattle, Washington vs Austin, Texas
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
22.9%
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$73,260
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Austin
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs Austin, TX
Compared to Seattle, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
22.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
48.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
44.0% higher
Commute
20.1% lower
Health
15.2% higher
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Personal
16.4% lower
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