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What is the cost of living in San Antonio?
Generally, is it a cheap or expensive city to live in?
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San Antonio generally has a relatively low cost of living compared to other cities in the US. The cost of living index in San Antonio is 93 in 2010 (100 is the national average). The median household income in 2010 was about $40,000.
Generally, San Antonio is not an expensive place to live in. In general, residents of Texas do not have to pay state income taxes, there are also no personal property taxes (although you do have to pay estate taxes if you own any). The sales tax is 8.25%, and food and entertainment like the movie theatre is generally cheaper than other places in the US.
If you are thinking of relocating to San Antonio, there are a few Cost of Living calculators which will tell you how much you’ll need to live in the city. http://swz.salary.com/CostOfLivingWizard/LayoutScripts/Coll_Start.aspx
If you are considering a move to San Antonio, you can also check out some statistics compiled by City Data which includes median income of families, median rent and sale prices of homes. In addition, the CNN Money page on San Antonio also gives a good overview of life in San Antonio which includes information on Housing, Education and Quality of Life.
Generally, San Antonio is not an expensive place to live in. In general, residents of Texas do not have to pay state income taxes, there are also no personal property taxes (although you do have to pay estate taxes if you own any). The sales tax is 8.25%, and food and entertainment like the movie theatre is generally cheaper than other places in the US.
If you are thinking of relocating to San Antonio, there are a few Cost of Living calculators which will tell you how much you’ll need to live in the city. http://swz.salary.com/CostOfLivingWizard/LayoutScripts/Coll_Start.aspx
If you are considering a move to San Antonio, you can also check out some statistics compiled by City Data which includes median income of families, median rent and sale prices of homes. In addition, the CNN Money page on San Antonio also gives a good overview of life in San Antonio which includes information on Housing, Education and Quality of Life.
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