Memphis, Tennessee vs. San Marcos, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, Texas is 29.2% more expensive than Memphis, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $64,581 in San Marcos, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Memphis, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, Texas is more expensive than Memphis, Tennessee
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
125% more expensive in San Marcos
than in Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis, TN vs. San Marcos, TX
Compared to Memphis, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.2% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  152.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.5% higher
  Commute
  13.0% higher
  Health
  12.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% higher