| | San Marcos, TX | Arcata, CA | United States |
| Overall | 113.0 | 108.0 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 92.3 | 101.7 | 100 |
| Health | 108.7 | 117.7 | 100 |
| Housing | 100.5 | 136.4 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $335,100 | $444,300 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 10,160.0% | 8,840.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 106.8 | 81.2 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 101.9 | 117.1 | 100 |
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Reviews for San Marcos 
6 Reviews
An area with so much potential and existing natural beauty.Sadly bad urban planning is clearly obvious.Looks like fun for tens of thousands of students.However for the More
San Marcos has the most beautiful people and places that I have ever seen throughout my travels. I love this city so much that I decided to settle down here and start a More
I spent several summers and a couple winters in San Marcos during my formidable years and really have to tell those interested about what a nice town it is. The best More
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Pros:
Nature hikes
Cons:
One of highest crime rates in the nation.
Opioid epidemic going on (you’ll regularly witness drug deals and ppl doing drugs)
No More
It takes a special set of preferences to select Arcata. Is this you?
- You love clouds and fog. You are happy if you see the sun maybe 10-20 times a year.
- Chilly More
I've lived in Humboldt for over 30 yrs and know all the areas well. Arcata is the jewel of Humboldt due to having a university and many liberal creative people. There is More
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