Apex, North Carolina vs. San Marcos, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, California is 37.2% more expensive than Apex, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $68,579 in San Marcos, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Apex, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, California is more expensive than Apex, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% more expensive in San Marcos
than in Apex, North Carolina
Apex, NC vs. San Marcos, CA
Compared to Apex, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
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  37.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.4% higher
  Commute
  36.9% higher
  Health
  6.1% lower
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  Personal
  7.6% higher
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