San Marcos, Texas vs. Citrus Heights, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Citrus Heights, California is 22.4% more expensive than San Marcos, Texas.

You would need a salary of $81,993 in Citrus Heights, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Citrus Heights, California is more expensive than San Marcos, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Citrus Heights
than in San Marcos, Texas
San Marcos, TX vs. Citrus Heights, CA
Compared to San Marcos, Citrus Heights is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  13.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% higher
  Commute
  14.1% higher
  Health
  4.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.3% higher