Moving from Atlanta, GA to Austin, TX
Straight-line distance: 816 miles.
| Home size | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1-bedroom | $1,236 – $1,954 |
| 2-3 bedroom | $2,986 – $4,667 |
| 4+ bedroom house | $5,103 – $7,940 |
Estimates based on typical per-mile and per-room moving-industry rates; actual quotes vary by mover, season, and access. Not a quote from any specific company.
How Austin compares to Atlanta
Atlanta's median home value is $395,600 — 14% lower than Austin's $461,500.
Households earn a median $77,655 in Atlanta, compared with $86,556 in Austin.
Atlanta's median rent sits at $1,512, against $1,549 in Austin.
Climate risk is a wash here — both cities carry a "Relatively High" FEMA rating.
Atlanta, GA beats Austin, TX on both housing metrics we track — home value and rent — though this doesn't capture the full cost of living.
| Metric | Atlanta, GA | Austin, TX |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 494,838 | 958,202 |
| Median home value | $395,600 | $461,500 |
| Median household income | $77,655 | $86,556 |
| Median gross rent | $1,512 | $1,549 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Relatively High | Relatively High |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.