Is Austin more expensive than Chicago?

Austin is 6.4% cheaper than Chicago overall. Rent is 15.7% lower, groceries 11.4% cheaper, and restaurants 1.3% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Chicago or Austin?

Chicago has a purchasing power index of 141.4 while Austin has 160.9 (NYC = 100). Austin offers better purchasing power.

Jämförelse av levnadskostnader · 2026

🇺🇸 Chicago vs 🇺🇸 Austin

2026

Austin är 6.4% billigare

Kategori	🇺🇸 Chicago	🇺🇸 Austin	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	76.1	71.2	-6.4%
Hyra	53.5	45.1	-15.7%
Livsmedel	88.6	78.5	-11.4%
Restauranger	75.6	76.6	+1.3%
Köpkraft	141.4	160.9	+13.8%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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