Spokane, Washington vs. San Marcos, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, Texas is 1.5% more expensive than Spokane, Washington.

You would need a salary of $86,293 in San Marcos, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Spokane, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, Texas is more expensive than Spokane, Washington
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
28% more expensive in San Marcos
than in Spokane, Washington
Spokane, WA vs. San Marcos, TX
Compared to Spokane, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.5% 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
  6.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.9% higher
  Commute
  17.2% higher
  Health
  28.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% lower