San Antonio, Texas vs. Galveston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Galveston, Texas is 4.3% more expensive than San Antonio, Texas.

You would need a salary of $95,996 in Galveston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in San Antonio, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Galveston, Texas is more expensive than San Antonio, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% more expensive in Galveston
than in San Antonio, Texas
San Antonio, TX vs. Galveston, TX
Compared to San Antonio, Galveston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.3% higher
      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
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.1% lower
  Commute
  21.7% lower
  Health
  2.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.4% higher