salarySan Antonio is 10% 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
$1,874
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,915
$1,457
💵 Families earn per year
$98,056
$70,163
🔑 Buying a house
$581,500
$235,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
94.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,743
$4,122
⚡ Electric bill per month
$106
$179
👥 People living there
641,165
1,479,835
Commute to work
24.1 min
24.5 min
College degree
53.8%
29%
Own their home
52%
52.2%
Below poverty line
12.7%
17.1%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Portland 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 | Portland | San Antonio | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $54,780 | $28,110 | -49% in San Antonio |
| Electrician | $105,090 | $57,010 | -46% in San Antonio |
| Plumber | $101,010 | $58,180 | -42% in San Antonio |
| Carpenter | $73,710 | $48,900 | -34% in San Antonio |
| Medical Assistant | $56,240 | $39,180 | -30% in San Antonio |
| Registered Nurse | $130,310 | $94,370 | -28% in San Antonio |
| Nursing Assistant | $50,350 | $36,800 | -27% in San Antonio |
| Firefighter | $85,170 | $63,360 | -26% in San Antonio |
Frequently asked questions
Is Portland or San Antonio cheaper to live in?
San Antonio is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,463 a month there versus $1,874 in Portland.
What salary do I need in San Antonio to match $60,000 in Portland?
About $53,907 a year gives the same standard of living in San Antonio.
Where do people earn more, Portland or San Antonio?
The typical household earns $98,056 in Portland and $70,163 in San Antonio, 40% more in Portland.