Austin, Texas vs. San Marcos, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, California is 20.1% more expensive than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $228,176 in San Marcos, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, California is more expensive than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% more expensive in San Marcos
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. San Marcos, CA
Compared to Austin, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
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  20.1% higher
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  Renter
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  13.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.9% higher
  Commute
  11.8% higher
  Health
  12.4% lower
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  Personal
  5.2% higher
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