Chico, California vs. San Marcos, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, California is 35.7% more expensive than Chico, California.

You would need a salary of $271,441 in San Marcos, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chico, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, California is more expensive than Chico, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
84% more expensive in San Marcos
than in Chico, California
Chico, CA vs. San Marcos, CA
Compared to Chico, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
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  35.7% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.1% lower
  Commute
  44.8% higher
  Health
  26.3% lower
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  Personal
  3.2% higher
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