Moving from Augusta to San Antonio (2026)

San Antonio has a COL index of 87 vs 85 for Augusta (100 = US average). Expect to pay about 2% more for the same lifestyle.

Pay ~$444 more/mo
on rent + taxes ยท $75K salary baseline

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Key differences

COL index
85 โ†’ 87
100 = US avg
1BR rent
$1,200 โ†’ $1,100
per month
State tax
5.5% โ†’ None
income tax
COL difference
85 โ†’ 87
2% more expensive

Salary needed in San Antonio to match your Augusta lifestyle

Based on the 2% cost of living increase between the two cities.

Your salary in AugustaEquivalent in San Antonio
$40K$40,941
$50K$51,176
$60K$61,412
$75K$76,765
$80K$81,882
$100K$102,353
$120K$122,824
$150K$153,529

๐Ÿ’ต Household income (before tax)

$75K
$
$30K$300K
Save ~$79/moon core expenses at $75K

Monthly budget at $75K โ€” Augusta vs San Antonio

ExpenseAugustaSan Antonio
Monthly take-home$4,397$4,741
1BR rent$1,200$1,100
Groceries$353$353
Transport$42$48
Utilities$162$175
Internet$58$60
Left after essentials$2,582$3,005

Frequently asked questions

Is San Antonio cheaper than Augusta?

No. San Antonio has a cost of living index of 87 vs 85 for Augusta (100 = US average). That's about 2% more expensive.

How much will I save moving from Augusta to San Antonio?

On a $75K salary, moving from Augusta to San Antonio saves roughly $444/month on core expenses. That's ~$5,328/year.

What salary do I need in San Antonio to match my Augusta lifestyle?

To maintain the same purchasing power as $75,000 in Augusta, you'd need roughly $76,765/year in San Antonio. This is based on the overall COL index difference.

Estimates based on Q1 2026 COL index and market data. Budget uses simplified federal/state tax rates. Zillow ยท BLS ยท Numbeo ยท For general guidance only