Tempe, Arizona vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 14.9% more expensive than Tempe, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $321,693 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Tempe, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Tempe, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Austin
than in Tempe, Arizona
Tempe, AZ vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Tempe, Austin is:
  Homeowner
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  14.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.1% lower
  Commute
  1.7% higher
  Health
  9.8% higher
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  Personal
  0.3% higher
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