Poughkeepsie, New York vs. San Marcos, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, Texas is 2.3% cheaper than Poughkeepsie, New York.

You would need a salary of $79,103 in San Marcos, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Poughkeepsie, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, Texas is cheaper than Poughkeepsie, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
40% cheaper in San Marcos
than in Poughkeepsie, New York
Poughkeepsie, NY vs. San Marcos, TX
Compared to Poughkeepsie, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% 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
  10.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.2% lower
  Commute
  0.2% lower
  Health
  14.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.4% lower

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