Vandalia, Illinois vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 79.0% more expensive than Vandalia, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $89,488 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Vandalia, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Vandalia, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
450% more expensive in Austin
than in Vandalia, Illinois
Vandalia, IL vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Vandalia, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  79.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  315.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% higher
  Commute
  71.5% higher
  Health
  20.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% higher