Livability Score

78
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (15) C-
The Coffee Shop
Coffee Shop
Babe's Doughnut and Coffee
Coffee Shop
Stellar Coffee Co.
Coffee Shop
Jo on the Go
Coffee Shop
Tantra Coffee House
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Jo's Cafe
Coffee Shop
Dos Gatos Kolache Bakery
Coffee Shop
Mochas & Javas
Coffee Shop
Texas Bean and Brew
Coffee Shop
Wake the Dead Coffee House
Coffee Shop
Mochas & Javas
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (24) A+
The Marc
Nightclub
Green Parrot
Nightclub
Calaboose African American History Museum
Museum
LBJ Museum of San Marcos History
Museum
The Stratosphere Lounge
Nightclub
The Vault
Nightclub
Performing Arts Center (PERF)
Theatre Arts
Theatre Center (THEA)
Theatre Arts
Texas Cinemas Showplace
Cinema
The SPOT Cinema Eatery
Cinema
Bobcat Stadium
Stadium
Spring Lake Glass-Bottom Boat Tour
Attraction
Spring Lake Hall
Museum
The Millie Seaton Doll Collection
Museum
Wonder World Park
Theme Park
Texas Wildlife Petting Park
Zoo
Learning Tree
Attraction
Starplex Cinemas
Cinema
Dick's Classic Garage
Museum
Grandmother's tree
Attraction
Food and Drink (79) A+
Patio Dolcetto
Bar
Fuego Tortilla Grill
Fast Food
Freddy's
Fast Food
Cheatham Street Warehouse
Bar
Railyard Bar and Grill
Bar
Krispy Kreme
Fast Food
Sonic
Fast Food
Sean Patrick's
Bar
The Davenport
Bar
Five Guys
Fast Food
Mayloo's
Bar
Chimy's
Bar
KFC
Fast Food
Earth Burger
Fast Food
I Don't Know Bar
Bar
The Porch
Bar
Wendy's
Fast Food
Nephew's
Bar
Jimmy John's
Fast Food
The Tap Room
Bar
Zooka's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Which Wich?
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Dairy Queen
Fast Food
Fitness (10) A+
Zumba Fitness
Gym
So High Sports & Fitness Studio
Gym
Easy Tiger Yoga
Gym
San Marcos Athletic Club
Gym
San Marcos Senior Center
Community Centre
San Marcos Housing Authority
Community Centre
Orangetheory Fitness
Gym
Armadillo Boulders
Gym
Cottages at San Marcos
Community Centre
Texas Health & Racquet Club
Gym
Groceries (6) F
Butterkrust
Bakery
H-E-B
Grocery Store
H-E-B
Grocery Store
QC Meat Market
Butcher
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Dos Gatos
Bakery
Phoenix Rising Bakery
Bakery
Parks (44) A+
Wildlife Park
Park
Ramon Lucio Park
Park
Crook's Park
Park
Rio Vista Park
Park
Playscape
Playground
Childrens Park
Park
Veterans Park Playground
Playground
Veteran's Park
Park
Bicentennial Park
Park
Veteran's Plaza
Park
Veramendi Park
Park
Conway Park
Park
John J Stokes Park
Park
San Marcos Plaza Park
Park
Memorial Park
Park
San Marcos City Park
Park
Victory Gardens Park
Park
John Stokes Park
Park
H.E.B Park
Park
Sewell Park
Park
Swift Memorial Park
Park
Dunbar Park
Park
Willow Springs Park
Park
Anita Reyes Park
Park
Dog Park: Iconic
Park
Shops (246) A+
San Marcos Truck Stop
Convenience Store
Galaxy Bicycles
Bicycle
Hometown Salon
Hairdresser
CCI Computer Services
Electronics
Satin's Salon
Hairdresser
Texas All Star Barber Shop
Hairdresser
The Bloom Bar
Florist
Moonlight and Moss
Clothing
Faded Dreams
Hairdresser
Everyday Zen Gifts & Tea
Gift Shop
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
The Yellow Store
Convenience Store
San Marcos Barber Shop
Hairdresser
T-Mobile
Electronics
San Marcos Hair Co.
Hairdresser
The Barber Shop
Hairdresser
Korner K
Convenience Store
Hair Solutions
Hairdresser
Conoco
Convenience Store
Conoco
Convenience Store
Sac N Pac
Convenience Store
IsAnZe Day Spa & Hair Co
Hairdresser
RaceWay
Convenience Store
Scarlett Rose
Florist
Aaron's
Furniture
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commute A-

Of all people who commute, 1.9% take public transportation in San Marcos.
Public Transit Stops (14)
Stops & Stations B+
San Marcos
Transit Station
UEC
Bus Stop
Tower
Bus Stop
North Guadalupe & Woods
Bus Stop
Quad
Bus Stop
Bobcat Stadium East
Bus Stop
Matthews Street
Bus Stop
LBJ
Bus Stop
Bobcat Village
Bus Stop
Palazzo
Bus Stop
Cabana Beach
Bus Stop
Leah Avenue
Bus Stop
Spring Marc
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
1.9% F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in San Marcos is 98/100 - which is 6% higher than Texas.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. B-
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax A+
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crime F

San Marcos crime rates are 3,247 per 100k, which is 19% higher than Texas
Property Crime
2,607 crimes per 100k F
Violent Crime
641 crimes per 100k F
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employment F

The median income in San Marcos is $42,030 - which is 23% lower than Texas.
Med. Household Income
$42,030 F
Unemployment Rate
4.9% F
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (17)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. B+
H-E-B Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Fire Station #1
Fire Station
H-E-B Pharmacy
Pharmacy
The Dental Space
Dentist
Student Health Center-Thorpe Lane
Clinic
San Marcos Treatment Center
Hospital
Charles Anderson, MD
Doctor
Pecan Building (PECN)
Police
San Marcos Fire Station 2
Fire Station
San Marcos Family Dentistry
Dentist
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital
Hospital
Medpark Pharmacy
Pharmacy
B & J Pharmacy
Pharmacy
San Marcos Police Department
Police
Sullivan & Carothers Dental: Carothers Corey DDS
Dentist
Crescent Dental
Dentist
Target Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Air Quality
Median Air Quality C
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housing A

San Marcos home prices are $185,300 - which is 30% higher than Texas
Home Price
$185,300 B
Home Appreciation Rate
18% A+
Home Affordability
4.4x (home price to income ratio) F
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schools F

The San Marcos graduation rate is 81% - which is 4% higher than Texas
School Test Scores
32% F
High School Grad. Rates
81% D+
Elementary Schools (18) F
Ki Charter Academy
Travis El
Dezavala El
Texas Preparatory School
Hill Country Christian School Of San Marcos
Goodnight Middle
Mendez El
Crockett El
San Marcos Adventist Junior Academy
Hernandez El
Miller Middle
Wonderland School
Jhw Inspire Academy - Hays County
Bowie El
High Schools (6) F
Ki Charter Academy
Hill Country Christian School Of San Marcos
San Marcos Adventist Junior Academy
Jhw Inspire Academy - Hays County
San Marcos H S
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ratings A

San Marcos has an overall rating of 82% from 12 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes A+
User Surveys (11)
From AreaVibes C
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San Marcos, A Beautiful Texan City 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 14, 2015) Before relocating to Houston in 2006, I stayed in San Marcos for a few years. This beautiful city is located right on the border of Texas Hill Country. Although I am not a big fan of the arid climate in San Marcos, I really love the outdoor opportunities that the city offers. In ...Read More addition, San Marcos is a shopper's paradise. The huge Tanger Outlet offers a plenty of shopping opportunities for all keen shoppers. This is after all the nation's largest shopping outlet with 240 retail stores.

The quality of life in San Marcos is praiseworthy. Unlike the urban settings in big Texan cities like Houston and Dallas, this city offers a friendly setting. Plus the region's year-round good climate, affordable housing options, abundant of entertainment and activity choices are something that you cannot miss to ignore. Low cost of living is another advantage for those moving to San Marcos. Studies claim that the cost of living in this city is 4.9 percent less than the Texas average. Families will be excited to know that there are quite good school districts in San Marcos.

If you love outdoor activities, then San Marcos is the place for you. The famous San Marcos River offers a plenty of recreational activity opportunities, including snorkeling, kayaking, sunbathing and canoeing. My family and I used to enjoy tubing here. Hiking and biking are other outdoor activities that you can enjoy here. The city indeed offers some of the best parks with 25 city parks and an ecological site at Spring Lake. The Historic Downtown in this city is one of the top attractions here. I also love the nighttime entertainment options in San Marcos. There are a number of upscale restaurants, beautiful cafes, pubs and nightclubs that altogether cater to the dining and nightlife needs of all residents and tourists. Read Less
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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in San Marcos? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Wildlife Park
      Ramon Lucio Park
      Crook's Park
      Rio Vista Park
      Playscape
      Childrens Park
      Veterans Park Playground
      Veteran's Park

      Entertainment

      The Marc
      Green Parrot
      Calaboose African American History Museum
      LBJ Museum of San Marcos History
      The Stratosphere Lounge
      The Vault
      Performing Arts Center (PERF)
      Theatre Center (THEA)

      Food & Drink

      Patio Dolcetto
      Fuego Tortilla Grill
      Freddy's
      Cheatham Street Warehouse
      Railyard Bar and Grill
      Krispy Kreme
      Sonic
      Sean Patrick's

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in San Marcos? Of all people who commute, 1.9% take public transportation in San Marcos.
      Drive to Work
      75%

      2% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      2%

      3% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      6%

      3% higher than the US average

      A+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in San Marcos? The cost of living in San Marcos is 98/100 - which is 6% higher than Texas.
      San Marcos
      98

      2% less expensive than average

      Texas
      92

      8% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      F Crime

      What is the crime rate in San Marcos? San Marcos crime rates are 3,247, which are 19% higher than Texas
      Total Crime
      3,247 per 100k people

      40% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 31

      40% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      11%

      Year over year crime is up

      F Employment

      What is the median income in San Marcos? The median income in San Marcos is $42,030 which is 23% lower than Texas.
      Median household income
      $42,03024% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $21,92027% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      5%

      4% higher than the US average

      B- Health & Safety

      Is San Marcos a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      San Marcos Treatment Center
      Christus Santa Rosa Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Medpark Pharmacy
      Target Pharmacy
      H-E-B Pharmacy
      H-E-B Pharmacy
      B & J Pharmacy

      Doctors

      Charles Anderson, MD

      A Housing

      What are San Marcos home prices? San Marcos home prices are $185,300 - which is 30% higher than Texas
      Median home value
      $185,300equal to the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,09916% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      29%

      54% lower than the US average

      F Schools

      Does San Marcos have good schools? The San Marcos graduation rate is 81% - which is 4% higher than Texas
      High school grad. rates
      81%

      3% lower than the US average

      School test scores
      32%

      33% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      15:1

      7% lower than the US average

      A User Ratings

      Is San Marcos a good place to live? San Marcos has an overall rating of 82% from 12 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      82%

      12 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      90%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      64%

      11 total surveys

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