Quick answer
Overall prices in the Washington, DC metro were 108.9 vs 94.7 in San Antonio, TX in 2024 (US = 100), so Washington is 15.0% more expensive than San Antonio; housing rents differ by 60% (151.1 vs 94.6). A $75,000 income in Washington buys about what $65,241 buys in San Antonio, per BEA.
Data as of 2024. Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024
| Price index (US = 100) | Washington | San Antonio | Washington vs San Antonio |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 108.9 | 94.7 | +15.0% |
| Goods | 104.8 | 93.8 | +11.8% |
| Housing (rents) | 151.1 | 94.6 | +59.8% |
| Utilities | 106.7 | 82.2 | +29.9% |
| Other services | 102.3 | 96.2 | +6.3% |
| All items, 2008 | 114.8 | 96.1 | +19.4% |
| $50,000 in Washington equals in San Antonio | $43,494 | ||
| $100,000 in Washington equals in San Antonio | $86,988 | ||
| $150,000 in Washington equals in San Antonio | $130,482 |
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Last updated 2026-10-16. Data only, not financial or tax advice.