San Diego vs Austin: Cost of Living
Last updated 2026-06-15 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Austin is about 24% cheaper overall. Here is how San Diego and Austin compare on rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and healthcare.
- San Diego cost-of-living index: 142 vs 100
- Austin cost-of-living index: 108 vs 100
- San Diego median 2BR rent: $3,100/mo
- Austin median 2BR rent: $2,400/mo
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