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CHICAGO vs. SAN MARCOS
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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs San Marcos, Texas
The cost of living in San Marcos, Texas is
6.8%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$69,902
in San Marcos, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, Texas is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
32% cheaper in San Marcos
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs San Marcos, TX
Compared to Chicago, San Marcos is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
5.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.5% higher
Commute
22.9% lower
Health
23.5% higher
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Personal
15.8% lower
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