salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Frisco to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,932
$2,246
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$2,299
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$162,004
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$642,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$9,572
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$196
👥 People living there
979,539
219,304
Commute to work
23.7 min
28.6 min
College degree
59.6%
67.5%
Own their home
43.4%
65.9%
Below poverty line
12%
3.6%
Unemployment
4.7%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Frisco for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Frisco cheaper to live in?
Austin and Frisco cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Frisco to match $60,000 in Austin?
About $59,383 a year gives the same standard of living in Frisco.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Frisco?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $162,004 in Frisco, 38% more in Frisco.