San Marcos, California vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 49.2% cheaper than San Marcos, California.

You would need a salary of $25,386 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is cheaper than San Marcos, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
74% cheaper in Waco
than in San Marcos, California
San Marcos, CA vs. Waco, TX
Compared to San Marcos, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.2% 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
  15.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% lower
  Commute
  41.2% lower
  Health
  13.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.1% lower

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