San Marcos, Texas vs. Lompoc, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lompoc, California is 17.1% more expensive than San Marcos, Texas.

You would need a salary of $93,666 in Lompoc, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lompoc, California is more expensive than San Marcos, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% more expensive in Lompoc
than in San Marcos, Texas
San Marcos, TX vs. Lompoc, CA
Compared to San Marcos, Lompoc is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.1% 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
  10.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.4% lower
  Commute
  8.9% lower
  Health
  4.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.2% higher