San Marcos, Texas vs. Boise City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 16.4% more expensive than San Marcos, Texas.

You would need a salary of $116,384 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is more expensive than San Marcos, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% more expensive in Boise City
than in San Marcos, Texas
San Marcos, TX vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to San Marcos, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.4% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.4% lower
  Commute
  20.9% lower
  Health
  7.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.2% higher