Cost of Living in Triangle State, Austin, TX

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36%
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Groceries NAT. AVG.
117%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Triangle State Austin Texas
Cost of living13612694
Groceries10010098
Health care10210298
Housing21718383
Transportation999998
Utilities109109103
Lifestyle & Entertainment10310398
Household Items999998
Education & Childcare10310398
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Triangle State is 45% higher than the Austin average
  • The cost of living in Triangle State is 36% higher than the national average
  • Triangle State housing is 117% higher than the national average
  • Texas general sales tax is 22% higher than the national average
  • Texas state income tax is 100% lower than the national average

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      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Household$105,772$8,814$2,468$3,173

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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