Austin, United States

Cost of Living in Austin, United States

Quick answer: As of 2026, living in Austin costs approximately $2,495 per month for one person, with city-centre one-bedroom rent averaging $2,118. Actual costs vary with lifestyle, neighborhood, and exchange rates.

Austin is a city in United States, where a single person can expect to spend about $2,495 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $2,118 per month, or $1,377 outside the centre. Internet is fast at around 303 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Austin scores 48/100 — below average on safety for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 99°F and winter highs around 65°F, with roughly 318 sunny days a year.

Top for CoworkingTop for Live MusicTop for FestivalFamily friendly
Monthly Cost$2,495≈ $83/day
1BR Rent (Centre)$2,118
Internet303 Mbps
Safety48/100
Avg Temp82°F

Austin Cost of Living Breakdown

🍽️ Dining

Inexpensive Restaurant$20
Mid-Range Restaurant (2 People)$80
McDonald's Combo Meal$12
Cappuccino$5.47
Domestic Beer (Restaurant)$7
Bottled Water (Restaurant)$2.25

🛒 Groceries

Milk (1 Liter)$0.94
Bread (1 lb Loaf)$3.18
Eggs (12)$5.09
Chicken Fillets (1 lb)$5.55
Apples (1 lb)$2.23
Bananas (1 lb)$0.72
Tomatoes (1 lb)$1.79
Potatoes (1 lb)$1.31
Water (1.5L Bottle)$2.20
Wine (Mid-Range Bottle)$15
Cigarettes (Marlboro)$9.46

🚌 Transportation

One-Way Ticket$1.50
Monthly Transit Pass$41.25
Taxi Start$2.75
Taxi (1 Mile)$2.60
Gasoline (1 Liter)$0.72
VW Golf (New)$35,616

⚡ Utilities & Tech

Basic Utilities (Monthly)$189.95
Mobile Phone Plan$50.31
Broadband Internet$67.06

🎬 Lifestyle

Gym Membership (Monthly)$61.45
Cinema Ticket$15
Preschool (Monthly)$1,394.05
Intl. Primary School (Annual)$21,375

👔 Clothing

Jeans (Levi's 501)$52.41
Nike Running Shoes$89.46

🏠 Housing

Rent 1BR (City Centre)$2,117.65
Rent 1BR (Outside Centre)$1,377.35
Rent 3BR (City Centre)$3,770.45
Rent 3BR (Outside Centre)$2,565.40
Buy Price/sqft (Centre)$659.69
Buy Price/sqft (Outside)$297.64

📊 Summary

Avg Monthly Net Salary$4,996.77
Mortgage Interest Rate6.29%
Family of 4 (Monthly, excl. rent)$4,038.30
Single Person (Monthly, excl. rent)$1,117.90

Cost data sourced from Numbeo.

Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Austin

Internet303 Mbps
Safety48/100
Healthcare65/100
Public Transit35/100
Walkability42/100
Nightlife49/100
Food Scene88/100
Fine Dining28/100
Coffee Culture63/100
Air Quality82/100
Green Spaces45/100
Culture82/100
Beaches10/100
Hiking55/100
Surfing10/100
Coworking Spaces65

Neighborhoods in Austin

South Congress (SoCo) · East Austin · Rainey Street · Hyde Park

Austin FAQ

How much does it cost to live in Austin?

A single person should budget around $2,495 per month in Austin, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $4,038 per month.

How much is rent in Austin?

A one-bedroom apartment in central Austin averages $2,118 per month, dropping to about $1,377 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $3,770.

Is Austin safe?

Austin scores 48/100 on safety, which is below average on safety. Tourist safety is rated 62/100.

How fast is the internet in Austin?

Median download speeds in Austin are around 303 Mbps — fast for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 65 coworking spaces in the city.

Does United States offer a digital nomad visa?

United States does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders should check current entry requirements before traveling.

What is the weather like in Austin?

Austin sees summer highs around 99°F and winter highs near 65°F, with about 318 sunny days and 98 rainy days per year.

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