South Padre Island, Texas vs. San Marcos, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, Texas is 8.3% more expensive than South Padre Island, Texas.

You would need a salary of $81,250 in San Marcos, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in South Padre Island, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, Texas is more expensive than South Padre Island, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
62% more expensive in San Marcos
than in South Padre Island, Texas
South Padre Island, TX vs. San Marcos, TX
Compared to South Padre Island, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Food
  6.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  18.1% higher
  Commute
  25.2% higher
  Health
  8.7% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  18.6% higher
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