Alexandria, Virginia vs. San Marcos, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, Texas is 28.7% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $55,651 in San Marcos, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, Texas is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in San Marcos
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. San Marcos, TX
Compared to Alexandria, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  18.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% higher
  Commute
  17.1% lower
  Health
  6.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.9% lower