salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,611
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,481
$1,457
💵 Families earn per year
$71,269
$70,163
🔑 Buying a house
$252,900
$235,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
94.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,341
$4,122
⚡ Electric bill per month
$123
$179
👥 People living there
914,802
1,479,835
Commute to work
21.5 min
24.5 min
College degree
38.2%
29%
Own their home
44.1%
52.2%
Below poverty line
18.1%
17.1%
Unemployment
5.1%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Columbus for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick San Antonio for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Columbus | San Antonio | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $100,890 | $73,860 | -27% in San Antonio |
| Carpenter | $66,480 | $48,900 | -26% in San Antonio |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $37,490 | $28,110 | -25% in San Antonio |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,150 | $61,720 | -21% in San Antonio |
| Market Research Analyst | $77,010 | $65,950 | -14% in San Antonio |
| Nursing Assistant | $42,970 | $36,800 | -14% in San Antonio |
| Truck Driver | $61,720 | $53,650 | -13% in San Antonio |
| Registered Nurse | $83,900 | $94,370 | +12% in San Antonio |
Frequently asked questions
Is Columbus or San Antonio cheaper to live in?
Columbus and San Antonio cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in San Antonio to match $60,000 in Columbus?
About $59,527 a year gives the same standard of living in San Antonio.
Where do people earn more, Columbus or San Antonio?
The typical household earns $71,269 in Columbus and $70,163 in San Antonio, 2% more in Columbus.