Cost of Living Calculator - San Marcos, Texas vs Athens, West Virginia


The cost of living in Athens, West Virginia is 25.7% cheaper than San Marcos, Texas.

You would need a salary of $55,756 in Athens, West Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, West Virginia is cheaper than San Marcos, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Athens
than in San Marcos, Texas
San Marcos, TX vs Athens, WV
Compared to San Marcos, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.7% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.8% lower
  Commute
  27.8% lower
  Health
  13.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% higher

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