San Antonio
USA
Updated on August 12, 2025
Overview
San Antonio is the second-largest city in Texas and the seventh-largest in the United States. Known for its rich Hispanic heritage, historic architecture, and the famous River Walk, it combines tradition with modernity. It's an important economic and cultural center of South Texas.
Average cost of living€4,248.00
Quality of Life80/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€650.00
1-bed flat (center)€1,450.00
1-bed flat (outside)€1,100.00
3-bed flat (center)€2,800.00
3-bed flat (outside)€2,200.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€180.00
Internet€75.00
Mobile plan€55.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€1.30
Monthly pass€38.00
Taxi start€3.50
Gasoline (1 l)€3.15
Leisure
Cinema ticket€14.00
Fitness club€45.00
Education
Preschool (month)€1,200.00
Intl. primary (year)€12,000.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€3,200.00
sqm outside center€2,400.00
Advantages
- ✓ Relatively low cost of living compared to other major US cities
- ✓ Rich Hispanic culture and history with numerous tourist attractions
- ✓ Warm climate year-round
- ✓ Strong job market in healthcare, military, and technology sectors
- ✓ Excellent Tex-Mex cuisine and vibrant nightlife
- ✓ No state income tax
Disadvantages
- × Extremely hot and humid summers
- × Limited public transportation, car dependency
- × Traffic congestion during rush hours
- × Flood risk during rainy season
- × Limited opportunities in some professional sectors