Austin vs Charlotte: Cost of Living
Last updated 2026-06-15 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Charlotte is about 8% cheaper overall. Here is how Austin and Charlotte compare on rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and healthcare.
- Austin cost-of-living index: 108 vs 100
- Charlotte cost-of-living index: 99 vs 100
- Austin median 2BR rent: $2,400/mo
- Charlotte median 2BR rent: $1,800/mo
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