San Antonio, Texas 

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Cost of Living in San Antonio, Texas

San Antonio, Texas offers an attractive combination of affordability and excitement. The cost of living in the second-largest city in Texas is substantially lower than nearby cities such as Austin, making it a great choice for those who want to save money while still enjoying city life. With a variety of housing options ranging from apartments to single-family homes, it is easy to find the perfect place in this bustling city. Furthermore, groceries, transportation costs, and other everyday expenses are all much more affordable than other metropolitan areas across the country.

Our cost of living indices are based on a US average of 100. An amount below 100 means San Antonio is cheaper than the US average. A cost of living index above 100 means San Antonio, Texas is more expensive.

San Antonio cost of living is 89.8

COST OF LIVINGSan AntonioTexasUSA
  89.894.2100
  91.493.7100
  95.7100100
  75.583.5100
  $254,600$297,600$338,100
  94.999.2100
  99.3103.3100
  104.283.2100
100=National Average
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    Reviews for San Antonio    239 Reviews
    Inexpensive but not worth living here. - 6/14/2023
    I've lived here 13 years now and hoping to move!! Not the most exiting place to live if you enjoy being outdoors for activities like biking, hiking or even walking or... Read More

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    Unexciting for single 20 somethings - 8/2/2022
    I lived in San Antonio for about 7 months or so, and for a reason! Like anywhere I think SA has its pros and cons, but ultimately being in my early 20s and single I... Read More

    Living in San Antonio - 1/29/2022
    Overall, San Antonio is a nice place to live. The weather is generally pleasant but from mid June to about mid September, it does get scorching hot. I remember one... Read More


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    ZIP CODES IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
    78245, 78228, 78250, 78251, 78240, 78249, 78254, 78223, 78207, 78247, ... 57 more

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