Champaign, Illinois vs. San Marcos, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, California is 96.2% more expensive than Champaign, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $176,591 in San Marcos, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Champaign, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, California is more expensive than Champaign, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
327% more expensive in San Marcos
than in Champaign, Illinois
Champaign, IL vs. San Marcos, CA
Compared to Champaign, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
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  96.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  15.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  327.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.4% higher
  Commute
  77.1% higher
  Health
  20.1% lower
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  Personal
  8.9% higher
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