🇺🇸 TX, United States · #206 of 538 cities · 2026

Cost of Living in San Antonio

9.2% below the United States average

Ranked #206 of 538 cities · More expensive than 61.7% of cities worldwide

Compared to United States average

Rent Prices

Rent Prices in San Antonio

Apartment City Centre Outside Centre You Save
1-Bedroom USD 1,550/mo USD 1,100/mo 29%
3-Bedroom USD 2,783/mo USD 2,026/mo 29%
Numbeo · 2026-03-12

Cost Indices

Cost of Living
-9.2% Affordable
Rent
-8.1% Affordable
Groceries
-10.7% Affordable
Restaurants
-12.9% Affordable
Purchasing Power
+14.7% Strong

Living in San Antonio: What to Expect

San Antonio is affordable by global standards (ranked #206 of 538 cities). It is 9.2% cheaper than the United States average, based on 74 cities.

Groceries are affordable, while dining out is affordable. Restaurants offers the best value, while Rent is the priciest.

Local purchasing power is strong — residents can afford more goods and services than in most cities.

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