Cost of Living in San Marcos, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
108.6
100 = national avg
+8.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,788
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$112,953
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing149.7
Food89.0
Transportation78.0
Healthcare91.2
Utilities103.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,177
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,426
per month
The overall cost of living index in San Marcos is 108.6, which is 8.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 149.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,788 per year to cover basic expenses.