Austin is 13% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Moreno Valley to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,932
$2,591
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$2,138
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$100,540
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$503,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$3,349
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$168
👥 People living there
979,539
211,666
Commute to work
23.7 min
35.5 min
College degree
59.6%
17.8%
Own their home
43.4%
63.3%
Below poverty line
12%
11.7%
Unemployment
4.7%
7.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Moreno Valley for cheaper homes, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Moreno Valley cheaper to live in?
Austin is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,932 a month there versus $2,591 in Moreno Valley.
What salary do I need in Moreno Valley to match $60,000 in Austin?
About $67,742 a year gives the same standard of living in Moreno Valley.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Moreno Valley?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $100,540 in Moreno Valley, 0% more in Austin.