San Marcos, Texas vs. North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is 4.2% cheaper than San Marcos, Texas.

You would need a salary of $91,014 in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is cheaper than San Marcos, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
27% cheaper in North Myrtle Beach
than in San Marcos, Texas
San Marcos, TX vs. North Myrtle Beach, SC
Compared to San Marcos, North Myrtle Beach is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.2% 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
  9.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% lower
  Commute
  19.0% lower
  Health
  9.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.7% higher