salaryAugusta 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
$1,458
$1,932
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,941
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$101,010
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$555,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
98.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$8,024
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$134
👥 People living there
201,528
979,539
Commute to work
21.1 min
23.7 min
College degree
24.7%
59.6%
Own their home
50.8%
43.4%
Below poverty line
20.1%
12%
Unemployment
8.6%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Austin for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Austin | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $27,260 | +48% in Austin |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $82,290 | +41% in Austin |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,840 | $105,480 | +32% in Austin |
| Market Research Analyst | $60,920 | $80,460 | +32% in Austin |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $60,820 | +24% in Austin |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $84,230 | $104,590 | +24% in Austin |
| Firefighter | $47,540 | $58,830 | +24% in Austin |
| Lawyer | $123,960 | $153,330 | +24% in Austin |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Austin cheaper to live in?
Augusta is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,458 a month there versus $1,932 in Austin.
What salary do I need in Austin to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $64,024 a year gives the same standard of living in Austin.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Austin?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $101,010 in Austin, 41% more in Austin.