How much does a $100K salary stretch in Austin in 2025?

AUSTIN (KXAN) — While a six-figure salary might sound like a cushiony financial spot to be in, it all depends on the costs of living where you reside.Personal finance company SmartAsset released last week its guide on how far $100,000 salaries stretch in the largest U.S. cities for 2025. The report found the Lone Star State was particularly advantageous for workers to get the most bang for their buck, with five Texas cities — El Paso, Corpus Christi, Lubbock, San Antonio and Houston