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Raleigh, North Carolina vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 26.4% more expensive than Raleigh, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $338,601 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Raleigh, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Austin
than in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, NC vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Raleigh, Austin is:
  Homeowner
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  26.4% higher
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  3.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.7% higher
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  Utilities
  0.0% higher
  Commute
  24.0% higher
  Health
  7.2% higher
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  Personal
  2.3% higher
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