Is Austin more expensive than Los Angeles?

Austin is 18.1% cheaper than Los Angeles overall. Rent is 31.6% lower, groceries 13.0% cheaper, and restaurants 18.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Los Angeles or Austin?

Los Angeles has a purchasing power index of 105.2 while Austin has 160.9 (NYC = 100). Austin offers better purchasing power.

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🇺🇸 Los Angeles vs 🇺🇸 Austin

2026

Austin är 18.1% billigare

Kategori	🇺🇸 Los Angeles	🇺🇸 Austin	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	86.9	71.2	-18.1%
Hyra	65.9	45.1	-31.6%
Livsmedel	90.2	78.5	-13.0%
Restauranger	94.2	76.6	-18.7%
Köpkraft	105.2	160.9	+52.9%

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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