Austin vs Houston

Cost of living comparison — which city stretches your money further?

Austin

United States

115cost index

Austin is 15% more expensive than the US average.

More Affordable

Houston

United States

105cost index

Houston is 5% more expensive than the US average.

Price Difference

9.5%

Austin is 9.5% pricier than Houston

Salary Equivalent

1.10x

$1,000 in Houston = $1095 in Austin

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