salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,999
$1,932
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,921
$1,941
💵 Families earn per year
$92,376
$101,010
🔑 Buying a house
$439,600
$555,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.1
98.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,231
$8,024
⚡ Electric bill per month
$128
$134
👥 People living there
505,268
979,539
Commute to work
26.5 min
23.7 min
College degree
59.2%
59.6%
Own their home
46.4%
43.4%
Below poverty line
16.9%
12%
Unemployment
5.9%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Atlanta for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Austin for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Atlanta | Austin | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,460 | $27,260 | +48% in Austin |
| Police Officer | $60,910 | $82,290 | +35% in Austin |
| Firefighter | $47,300 | $58,830 | +24% in Austin |
| Physician Assistant | $111,810 | $134,550 | +20% in Austin |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,570 | $61,270 | -20% in Austin |
| Civil Engineer | $88,000 | $100,470 | +14% in Austin |
| Cashier | $30,010 | $33,940 | +13% in Austin |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $119,090 | $104,590 | -12% in Austin |
Frequently asked questions
Is Atlanta or Austin cheaper to live in?
Atlanta and Austin cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Austin to match $60,000 in Atlanta?
About $58,805 a year gives the same standard of living in Austin.
Where do people earn more, Atlanta or Austin?
The typical household earns $92,376 in Atlanta and $101,010 in Austin, 9% more in Austin.