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PORTLAND vs. SAN MARCOS
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Portland, Oregon vs. San Marcos, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Marcos, Texas is
24.4%
cheaper
than Portland, Oregon.
You would need a salary of
$136,088
in San Marcos, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, Texas is
cheaper
than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in San Marcos
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. San Marcos, TX
Compared to Portland, San Marcos is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
24.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
48.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
27.2% higher
Commute
17.8% lower
Health
20.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
20.1% lower
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