City Comparison
Seattle, WA vs Austin, TX
Data last updated: July 25, 2026
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Side-by-Side Comparison
Seattle, WA
COL Index135.0
Housing Index175.0
Median Salary$78,000
1BR Rent (avg)$2,400
3BR Rent (avg)$4,200
State/Prov Tax0.0%
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 (Seattle, WA) | Equivalent in Austin, TX | Housing-Adjusted |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $40,740 | $37,142 |
| $75,000 | $61,111 | $55,714 |
| $100,000 | $81,481 | $74,285 |
| $150,000 | $122,222 | $111,428 |
| $200,000 | $162,962 | $148,571 |
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Key Differences
Overall COL Difference-18.5%
Housing Cost Difference-25.7%
1BR Rent Difference-22.9%
3BR Rent Difference-23.8%
Tax Rate Difference+0.0 pts
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