salaryAustin is 14% 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
$2,566
$1,932
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,395
$1,941
💵 Families earn per year
$102,702
$101,010
🔑 Buying a house
$831,200
$555,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
98.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,363
$8,024
⚡ Electric bill per month
$152
$134
👥 People living there
344,521
979,539
Commute to work
27.4 min
23.7 min
College degree
29.7%
59.6%
Own their home
46.2%
43.4%
Below poverty line
12.4%
12%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Anaheim for higher incomes.
- Pick Austin for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anaheim | Austin | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $58,830 | -40% in Austin |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $61,270 | -40% in Austin |
| Carpenter | $75,740 | $50,260 | -34% in Austin |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $82,290 | -33% in Austin |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $97,890 | -28% in Austin |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,850 | $27,260 | -24% in Austin |
| Lawyer | $194,410 | $153,330 | -21% in Austin |
| Nurse Practitioner | $161,470 | $128,050 | -21% in Austin |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anaheim or Austin cheaper to live in?
Austin is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,932 a month there versus $2,566 in Anaheim.
What salary do I need in Austin to match $60,000 in Anaheim?
About $51,811 a year gives the same standard of living in Austin.
Where do people earn more, Anaheim or Austin?
The typical household earns $102,702 in Anaheim and $101,010 in Austin, 2% more in Anaheim.