Moving from Omaha to San Antonio (2026)

San Antonio has a COL index of 87 vs 87 for Omaha (100 = US average). Expect to pay about 0% more for the same lifestyle.

Pay ~$463 more/mo
on rent + taxes ยท $75K salary baseline

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Key differences

COL index
87 โ†’ 87
100 = US avg
1BR rent
$1,200 โ†’ $1,100
per month
State tax
5.8% โ†’ None
income tax
COL difference
87 โ†’ 87
0% more expensive

Salary needed in San Antonio to match your Omaha lifestyle

Based on the 0% cost of living increase between the two cities.

Your salary in OmahaEquivalent in San Antonio
$40K$40,000
$50K$50,000
$60K$60,000
$75K$75,000
$80K$80,000
$100K$100,000
$120K$120,000
$150K$150,000

๐Ÿ’ต Household income (before tax)

$75K
$
$30K$300K
Save ~$90/moon core expenses at $75K

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

ExpenseOmahaSan Antonio
Monthly take-home$4,378$4,741
1BR rent$1,200$1,100
Groceries$361$353
Transport$50$48
Utilities$155$175
Internet$60$60
Left after essentials$2,552$3,005

Frequently asked questions

Is San Antonio cheaper than Omaha?

No. San Antonio has a cost of living index of 87 vs 87 for Omaha (100 = US average). That's about 0% more expensive.

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

On a $75K salary, moving from Omaha to San Antonio saves roughly $463/month on core expenses. That's ~$5,556/year.

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

To maintain the same purchasing power as $75,000 in Omaha, you'd need roughly $75,000/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