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SAN MARCOS vs. FRESNO
Cost of Living Comparison
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San Marcos, California vs. Fresno, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Fresno, California is
33.5%
cheaper
than San Marcos, California.
You would need a salary of
$33,237
in Fresno, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fresno, California is
cheaper
than San Marcos, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Fresno
than in San Marcos, California
San Marcos, CA vs. Fresno, CA
Compared to San Marcos, Fresno is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
33.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
9.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
58.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.1% higher
Commute
17.2% lower
Health
4.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.1% lower
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