San Marcos
United States, North America
0.1M people
America/Chicago
English
College Town
Outdoor Recreation
San Marcos
A city in central Texas known for its university and vibrant atmosphere.
Affordable
Safety
75
Security
Safe
Cost
78
Living costs
Expensive
Healthcare
80
Medical
Excellent
85°
L: 60°
Best time to visitMarch
Annual rainfall
1000mmCost of Living
78
Overall Cost
Expensive
65
Rent Index
Expensive
85
Groceries
Very Expensive
72
Restaurants
Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$1,200
City center
3 Bedroom
$1,800
City center
Cost vs Global Average28% higher
Quality of LifeSmall expat community
78
Overall Quality Score
Excellent quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
78
Excellent
Good78
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
70
Very Good
Good70
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
75
Excellent
Good75
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
99
Outstanding
Excellent99
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
70
Very Good
Good70
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 70/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 80/100
Entertainment
75/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$55K
Annual Salary
SPEED
100
Mbps Internet
SPACES
10
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
75
out of 100
Good75
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
60
out of 100
Average60
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
85
out of 100
Excellent85
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
88
Expensive
Bad88
System Overview
System Type
Private and Public
Emergency Number
911
Hospital Density
20
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
78
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent92
Good health outcomes
Safety & Security
Overall SafetySafe
Score: 75/100
Crime Rate IndexLow
Index: 25/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability95/100
Emergency
911
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
80
Health Index
LIFESPAN
78
Years
HOSPITALS
20
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
40
Fair
Poor40
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
70
Good
Good70
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
60
Good
Average60
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
60
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$40
Public Transport
PER LITER
$0.80
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$2.50
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
60
Good
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
65
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
50
Fair
Nearby Airports
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
60
Good
Average60
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
65
Good
Good65
Traffic Congestion
Moderate
50 Index
Average50
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$40
per month
Fuel
$0.8
per liter
Taxi
$2.5
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
5
Schools
MONTHLY
$1,000
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
80
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
80
Excellent
Major Universities
Texas State University
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
80
Excellent80
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
70
Good70
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
80
Excellent80
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
75
Good75
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
85
Excellent85
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
High
99
Excellent99
Language Barrier
Low
5
Bad5
Expat Community
Community Size
Small
Integration Score
70
Good70
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
100 Mbps
Internet Speed
10
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure80/100
Visa Process95/100
Banking & Finance90/100
Avg Salary
$55,000
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$60/month
Visa Info
US Citizen or valid visa
Business Freedom85/100
Expat Life & Integration
Small Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease70/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 5/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency99/100
Cultural Diversity70/100
Official Languages
English
Tipping Culture
Customary
Weekend Culture
Relaxed and outdoorsy
Practical Information
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Languages
English
Emergency
911
Healthcare System
Private and Public
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Customary
Weekend Culture
Relaxed and outdoorsy
Best Time to Visit
March
April
May
October
November
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
US Citizen or valid visa
Key Statistics
0.1M
Population
78
Cost Index
100 Mbps
Internet
$1.2K
1BR Rent
60
Transport
$55K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
—
🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
Texas State University
Nearby location
Airports
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Nearby location
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