San Marcos, Texas vs. Madison, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, South Dakota is 20.3% cheaper than San Marcos, Texas.

You would need a salary of $39,861 in Madison, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, South Dakota is cheaper than San Marcos, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% cheaper in Madison
than in San Marcos, Texas
San Marcos, TX vs. Madison, SD
Compared to San Marcos, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.3% 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
  7.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% lower
  Commute
  41.0% lower
  Health
  10.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.5% higher