Santa Fe, New Mexico vs. San Marcos, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, California is 36.3% more expensive than Santa Fe, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $136,316 in San Marcos, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, California is more expensive than Santa Fe, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in San Marcos
than in Santa Fe, New Mexico
Santa Fe, NM vs. San Marcos, CA
Compared to Santa Fe, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
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  36.3% higher
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  Food
  8.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.4% higher
  Commute
  53.2% higher
  Health
  8.3% higher
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  Personal
  0.7% lower
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