Cost of Living Calculator - San Marcos, Texas vs Cary, Illinois


The cost of living in Cary, Illinois is 4.5% more expensive than San Marcos, Texas.

You would need a salary of $52,248 in Cary, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Cary, Illinois is more expensive than San Marcos, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
47% more expensive in Cary
than in San Marcos, Texas
San Marcos, TX vs Cary, IL
Compared to San Marcos, Cary is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.5% 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
  5.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% lower
  Commute
  20.8% higher
  Health
  10.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.2% higher

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