City Comparison
New York, NY vs Austin, TX
Data last updated: July 25, 2026
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Side-by-Side Comparison
New York, NY
COL Index172.5
Housing Index230.0
Median Salary$75,000
1BR Rent (avg)$3,200
3BR Rent (avg)$5,800
State/Prov Tax6.9%
Austin, TX
COL Index110.0
Housing Index130.0
Median Salary$64,000
1BR Rent (avg)$1,850
3BR Rent (avg)$3,200
State/Prov Tax0.0%
Salary Equivalence
| Current Salary (New York, NY) | Equivalent in Austin, TX | Housing-Adjusted |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $31,884 | $28,260 |
| $75,000 | $47,826 | $42,391 |
| $100,000 | $63,768 | $56,521 |
| $150,000 | $95,652 | $84,782 |
| $200,000 | $127,536 | $113,043 |
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Key Differences
Overall COL Difference-36.2%
Housing Cost Difference-43.5%
1BR Rent Difference-42.2%
3BR Rent Difference-44.8%
Tax Rate Difference-6.9 pts
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