Cost of Living

Overall Cost of Living Index

LocationCost of Living Index (Base US)Annual Average SalaryUS Purchasing Power
Seguin, TX93.1$58,518$62,856  
San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX MSA91.5$63,926$69,831 
Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX MSA94.4$88,770$94,047
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX MSA99.4$80,016$80,460
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX MSA92.2$81,258    $88,136
Texas92.6$74,507$80,458
United States100.0$75,686    $75,686

Source: JobsEQ®
Cost of Living per COLI, data as of 2025Q3, imputed by Chmura where necessary.

This comparison illustrates how far an average salary stretches once local costs are taken into account. Although wages vary across regions, Seguin’s below-average cost of living boosts overall purchasing power, allowing residents to retain more value from their earnings. When compared with major Texas metros, Seguin offers a strong balance of affordability and income, making it a competitive and cost-effective place to live and work.