salaryMontgomery is 9% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Montgomery to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,932
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$185
👥 People living there
979,539
197,494
Commute to work
23.7 min
20.7 min
College degree
59.6%
33.8%
Own their home
43.4%
54.4%
Below poverty line
12%
21.5%
Unemployment
4.7%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Austin | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $105,480 | $60,120 | -43% in Montgomery |
| Police Officer | $82,290 | $48,490 | -41% in Montgomery |
| Physician Assistant | $134,550 | $102,040 | -24% in Montgomery |
| Market Research Analyst | $80,460 | $61,240 | -24% in Montgomery |
| Medical Assistant | $45,820 | $35,810 | -22% in Montgomery |
| HVAC Technician | $60,820 | $48,680 | -20% in Montgomery |
| Registered Nurse | $97,890 | $79,570 | -19% in Montgomery |
| Lawyer | $153,330 | $125,290 | -18% in Montgomery |
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $1,932 in Austin.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Austin?
About $54,870 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $61,271 in Montgomery, 65% more in Austin.