Cost of Living Calculator - San Marcos, Texas vs Baker, Louisiana


The cost of living in Baker, Louisiana is 12.8% cheaper than San Marcos, Texas.

You would need a salary of $65,410 in Baker, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baker, Louisiana is cheaper than San Marcos, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Baker
than in San Marcos, Texas
San Marcos, TX vs Baker, LA
Compared to San Marcos, Baker is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.8% 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
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.7% lower
  Commute
  9.2% higher
  Health
  6.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% higher

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