San Marcos, Texas vs. Carnation, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carnation, Washington is 68.4% more expensive than San Marcos, Texas.

You would need a salary of $107,796 in Carnation, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carnation, Washington is more expensive than San Marcos, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
170% more expensive in Carnation
than in San Marcos, Texas
San Marcos, TX vs. Carnation, WA
Compared to San Marcos, Carnation is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  68.4% 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
  15.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  179.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.2% lower
  Commute
  36.2% higher
  Health
  18.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  32.6% higher