Moving from Austin, TX to Atlanta, GA
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 Atlanta compares to Austin
Austin's median home value is $461,500 — 17% higher than Atlanta's $395,600.
Households earn a median $86,556 in Austin, compared with $77,655 in Atlanta.
Austin's median rent sits at $1,549, against $1,512 in Atlanta.
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 | Austin, TX | Atlanta, GA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 958,202 | 494,838 |
| Median home value | $461,500 | $395,600 |
| Median household income | $86,556 | $77,655 |
| Median gross rent | $1,549 | $1,512 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Relatively High | Relatively High |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.