Boulder, Colorado vs. San Marcos, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, Texas is 40.3% cheaper than Boulder, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $35,835 in San Marcos, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Boulder, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, Texas is cheaper than Boulder, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in San Marcos
than in Boulder, Colorado
Boulder, CO vs. San Marcos, TX
Compared to Boulder, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
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  40.3% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.8% higher
  Commute
  12.2% higher
  Health
  27.1% higher
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  Personal
  16.4% lower
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