Palm Springs, California vs. San Marcos, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, California is 16.1% more expensive than Palm Springs, California.

You would need a salary of $69,686 in San Marcos, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Palm Springs, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, California is more expensive than Palm Springs, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% more expensive in San Marcos
than in Palm Springs, California
Palm Springs, CA vs. San Marcos, CA
Compared to Palm Springs, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
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  16.1% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.7% lower
  Commute
  5.5% lower
  Health
  1.9% higher
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  Personal
  0.5% higher
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