Williston, North Dakota vs. San Marcos, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, Texas is 6.2% more expensive than Williston, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $116,766 in San Marcos, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Williston, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, Texas is more expensive than Williston, North Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% more expensive in San Marcos
than in Williston, North Dakota
Williston, ND vs. San Marcos, TX
Compared to Williston, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.2% 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
  8.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.0% higher
  Commute
  53.4% higher
  Health
  0.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.6% lower