salaryAustin is 13% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Huntington Beach to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,932
$2,987
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$2,696
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$130,411
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$1,100,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$6,234
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$108
👥 People living there
979,539
195,240
Commute to work
23.7 min
28.4 min
College degree
59.6%
49%
Own their home
43.4%
55.4%
Below poverty line
12%
7.8%
Unemployment
4.7%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Huntington Beach for higher incomes, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Huntington Beach cheaper to live in?
Austin is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,932 a month there versus $2,987 in Huntington Beach.
What salary do I need in Huntington Beach to match $60,000 in Austin?
About $67,742 a year gives the same standard of living in Huntington Beach.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Huntington Beach?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $130,411 in Huntington Beach, 23% more in Huntington Beach.
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