salaryAmarillo is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Austin to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,932
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,941
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$101,010
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$555,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
98.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$8,024
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$134
👥 People living there
201,885
979,539
Commute to work
19.6 min
23.7 min
College degree
26.6%
59.6%
Own their home
59.7%
43.4%
Below poverty line
15.8%
12%
Unemployment
3.4%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Austin for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Austin | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $85,770 | $117,850 | +37% in Austin |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $100,470 | +32% in Austin |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,380 | $80,460 | +31% in Austin |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,990 | $105,480 | +24% in Austin |
| Medical Assistant | $37,170 | $45,820 | +23% in Austin |
| Cashier | $27,750 | $33,940 | +22% in Austin |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $60,820 | +22% in Austin |
| Firefighter | $48,420 | $58,830 | +21% in Austin |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Austin cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $1,932 in Austin.
What salary do I need in Austin to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $64,081 a year gives the same standard of living in Austin.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Austin?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $101,010 in Austin, 30% more in Austin.