San Marcos, Texas vs. Rockville, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockville, Maryland is 39.5% more expensive than San Marcos, Texas.

You would need a salary of $69,730 in Rockville, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockville, Maryland is more expensive than San Marcos, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% more expensive in Rockville
than in San Marcos, Texas
San Marcos, TX vs. Rockville, MD
Compared to San Marcos, Rockville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.5% 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
  22.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  131.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.6% higher
  Commute
  25.4% higher
  Health
  20.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.0% higher