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BOSTON vs. SAN MARCOS
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. San Marcos, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Marcos, California is
1.3%
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$50,652
in San Marcos, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, California is
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% more expensive in San Marcos
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. San Marcos, CA
Compared to Boston, San Marcos is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
1.3% higher
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Food
1.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
0.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.0% lower
Commute
6.8% lower
Health
0.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
18.2% lower
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