San Antonio is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Antonio to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,901
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$1,457
💵 Families earn per year
$91,476
$70,163
🔑 Buying a house
$452,600
$235,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
94.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,765
$4,122
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$179
👥 People living there
487,887
1,479,835
Commute to work
22.7 min
24.5 min
College degree
42.7%
29%
Own their home
60.9%
52.2%
Below poverty line
9%
17.1%
Unemployment
5.6%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Colorado Springs for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick San Antonio for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Colorado Springs | San Antonio | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,230 | $28,110 | -39% in San Antonio |
| Lawyer | $106,320 | $137,690 | +30% in San Antonio |
| Market Research Analyst | $90,210 | $65,950 | -27% in San Antonio |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $128,740 | $100,840 | -22% in San Antonio |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,120 | $36,800 | -20% in San Antonio |
| Police Officer | $91,580 | $73,860 | -19% in San Antonio |
| Operations Manager | $120,770 | $99,790 | -17% in San Antonio |
| Dental Hygienist | $118,410 | $98,480 | -17% in San Antonio |
Frequently asked questions
Is Colorado Springs or San Antonio cheaper to live in?
San Antonio is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $1,901 in Colorado Springs.
What salary do I need in San Antonio to match $60,000 in Colorado Springs?
About $56,431 a year gives the same standard of living in San Antonio.
Where do people earn more, Colorado Springs or San Antonio?
The typical household earns $91,476 in Colorado Springs and $70,163 in San Antonio, 30% more in Colorado Springs.
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