Moving from Austin, TX to San Francisco, CA

Straight-line distance: 1,530 miles.

Home sizeEstimated cost
Studio / 1-bedroom$1,933 – $3,087
2-3 bedroom$4,300 – $6,802
4+ bedroom house$7,097 – $11,179

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 San Francisco compares to Austin

Austin's median home value is $461,500 — 66% lower than San Francisco's $1,348,700.

Median household income is $86,556 in Austin versus $136,689 in San Francisco.

Typical rent runs $1,549 in Austin and $2,316 in San Francisco.

On housing costs, Austin, TX looks more affordable than San Francisco, CA — lower median home value and rent. This reflects housing only, not total cost of living.

MetricAustin, TXSan Francisco, CA
Population958,202851,036
Median home value$461,500$1,348,700
Median household income$86,556$136,689
Median gross rent$1,549$2,316
Climate risk (FEMA)Relatively HighVery High

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index

Data last updated July 2026.