North Pole, Alaska vs. San Marcos, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, Texas is 7.7% cheaper than North Pole, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $55,406 in San Marcos, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in North Pole, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, Texas is cheaper than North Pole, Alaska
• Food is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Food
31% cheaper in San Marcos
than in North Pole, Alaska
North Pole, AK vs. San Marcos, TX
Compared to North Pole, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.7% lower
      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
  31.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.5% lower
  Commute
  15.5% higher
  Health
  15.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.7% lower