Seattle vs Austin

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

Seattle

United States

131cost index

Seattle is 31% more expensive than the US average.

More Affordable
Austin

United States

115cost index

Austin is 15% more expensive than the US average.

Price Difference

13.9%

Seattle is 13.9% pricier than Austin

Salary Equivalent

1.14x

$1,000 in Austin = $1139 in Seattle