San Marcos, TX Cost of Living


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San Marcos cost of living score
113
More expensive
13.0% higher
than the US average
20.0% higher
than the Texas average
San Marcos, Texas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 113, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 13.0% higher than the U.S. average and 20.0% higher than the average for Texas.

San Marcos, TX

Housing costs in San Marcos?
A typical home costs $335,100, which is 0.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 12.6% more expensive than the average Texas home, at $297,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in San Marcos costs $1,280 per month, which is 10.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $1,280.

Can I afford San Marcos?
To live comfortably in San Marcos, Texas, a minimum annual income of $64,080 for a family, and $43,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about San Marcos?
San Marcos, TX is a great place to live, and the cost of living is right on par with the US average. According to data collected from sources like the US Census Bureau, the median house value in San Marcos is $335,100, while the US average house value is $338,100. The cost of living in San Marcos is also very competitive at 100.1 - identical to the overall US average of 100. Living in San Marcos offers residents affordability without sacrificing quality of life, as it is an excellent city with plenty of amenities and attractions.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSan MarcosTexasUnited States
  113.094.2100.0
  92.393.7100
  108.7100.0100.0
  100.583.5100.0
  $335,100$297,600$338,100
  101.6%99.2%100.0%
  106.8103.3100.0
  101.983.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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An area with so much potential and existing natural beauty.Sadly bad urban planning is clearly obvious.Looks like fun for tens of thousands of students.However for the  More

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Over 15 years ago

San Marcos has the most beautiful people and places that I have ever seen throughout my travels. I love this city so much that I decided to settle down here and start a  More

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Over 16 years ago

I spent several summers and a couple winters in San Marcos during my formidable years and really have to tell those interested about what a nice town it is. The best  More

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