Austin vs San Antonio: Cost of Living
Last updated 2026-06-15 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
San Antonio is about 16% cheaper overall. Here is how Austin and San Antonio compare on rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and healthcare.
- Austin cost-of-living index: 108 vs 100
- San Antonio cost-of-living index: 91 vs 100
- Austin median 2BR rent: $2,400/mo
- San Antonio median 2BR rent: $1,400/mo
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