Jackson, Michigan vs. San Marcos, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, Texas is 23.7% more expensive than Jackson, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $92,800 in San Marcos, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Jackson, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, Texas is more expensive than Jackson, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
115% more expensive in San Marcos
than in Jackson, Michigan
Jackson, MI vs. San Marcos, TX
Compared to Jackson, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.7% 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
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  87.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% higher
  Commute
  18.0% higher
  Health
  17.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.0% lower

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