Denton, Texas vs. San Marcos, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, Texas is 2.9% more expensive than Denton, Texas.

You would need a salary of $36,007 in San Marcos, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Denton, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, Texas is more expensive than Denton, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
19% more expensive in San Marcos
than in Denton, Texas
Denton, TX vs. San Marcos, TX
Compared to Denton, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.9% 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
  6.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% higher
  Commute
  19.6% higher
  Health
  8.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% lower

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