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HOUSTON vs. SAN ANTONIO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Houston, Texas vs. San Antonio, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Antonio, Texas is
6.0%
cheaper
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$47,016
in San Antonio, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Antonio, Texas is
cheaper
than Houston, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
16% cheaper in San Antonio
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. San Antonio, TX
Compared to Houston, San Antonio is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
6.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
5.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.7% lower
Commute
16.6% lower
Health
0.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.1% lower
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