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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Cabot, AR โ€” ZIP-level rent data ยท COL adjusted from Memphis, TN area

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You'd spend $1.9K/month more in Austin, TX

$150.0K in your current city equals $172.9K in Austin, TX

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 25.5%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,910
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$22.9K
Per year

Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

Cabot, AR

Population:27K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$244K

Austin, TX

Population:979K
Cost Index:125
Median Home:$558K

Cabot, AR

The Natural State

27K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Arkansas, this city has a population of 27K residents.

Austin, TX

The Lone Star State

979K
Population
State Tax
No Income Tax
Climate
Humid subtropical

Notable Facts

  • โ€ขLive music capital
  • โ€ขMajor tech hub
  • โ€ขSXSW festival city

Major Industries

TechnologyMusic IndustryEducationGovernment

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Cabot, AR vs Austin, TX

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 82.0%
Cabot, AR
$1,585
Austin, TX
$2,885
Difference
$1,299
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 9.0%
Cabot, AR
$1,598
Austin, TX
$1,741
Difference
$143
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 8.2%
Cabot, AR
$1,187
Austin, TX
$1,284
Difference
$97.46
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 14.4%
Cabot, AR
$515
Austin, TX
$589
Difference
$74.06
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 4.5%
Cabot, AR
$918
Austin, TX
$959
Difference
$41.57
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 4.5%
Cabot, AR
$518
Austin, TX
$541
Difference
$23.11
more

๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$795
To$1,585
โ†‘ $790
1 Bed
From$795
To$1,685
โ†‘ $890
2 Bed
From$925
To$1,995
โ†‘ $1,070
3 Bed
From$1,241
To$2,525
โ†‘ $1,284
Cabot, ARZIP-level data

1BR range: $980โ€“$980/mo

Austin, TXZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,490โ€“$2,350/mo

๐Ÿ’ก Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$6,320
Monthly in Cabot, AR
$7,998
Monthly in Austin, TX
$1,679
Difference

Home Values

Cabot
Austin
$244K
Median Value
$558K
โ†‘ +2.2%
YoY Change
โ†“ -5%
โ†‘ +36.8%
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +12.6%
$244K
Price Range
$272K - $1.26M

Homes in Austin are 128% more expensive than Cabot

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†‘ $9.0K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$752
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
6.0%
Rate difference

Cabot, AR

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Arkansas State Tax
Effective: 6.0%
$9.0K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 30.7%
$46.0K
Take-Home Pay
$8,664/month
$104.0K

Austin, TX

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Texas State Tax
No state income tax
$0
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 24.7%
$37.0K
Take-Home Pay
$9,416/month
$113.0K

Additional Tax Information

Cabot, AR Tax Rates

Sales Tax:9.4%
Property Tax:0.6%

Austin, TX Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.2%
Property Tax:1.8%

๐Ÿ’ก Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

Cabot
Austin
55 Moderate
Air Quality
52 Moderate
34.4%
Good Air Days
42.6%
99 High
Climate Risk
98 High
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒก๐Ÿซจ
Top Hazards
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒก๐ŸŒช
โ–ฒ+2.8ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.5ยฐF
54 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
98 days
โ–ฒ+2.8ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.5ยฐF
54 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
98 days

๐Ÿ’ฐ See how taxes change too โ€” compare take-home pay between Arkansas and Texas on TaxTakeHome.com

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