Dayton, Ohio vs. San Marcos, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, Texas is 40.8% more expensive than Dayton, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $115,446 in San Marcos, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Dayton, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, Texas is more expensive than Dayton, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
220% more expensive in San Marcos
than in Dayton, Ohio
Dayton, OH vs. San Marcos, TX
Compared to Dayton, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  40.8% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  328.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% lower
  Commute
  31.7% higher
  Health
  20.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.5% lower