San Marcos, Texas vs. Idaho Falls, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Idaho Falls, Idaho is 7.0% cheaper than San Marcos, Texas.

You would need a salary of $41,853 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Idaho Falls, Idaho is cheaper than San Marcos, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
30% cheaper in Idaho Falls
than in San Marcos, Texas
San Marcos, TX vs. Idaho Falls, ID
Compared to San Marcos, Idaho Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.0% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.5% lower
  Commute
  30.3% lower
  Health
  0.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher