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Destin, FL vs San Marcos, CA

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- San Marcos has 79.1% less rainy days than Destin.
- San Marcos has 17.3% more Sunny Days than Destin.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, San Marcos scores 28.2% better than Destin
 Destin, FLSan Marcos, CAUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock1438
 Snowfall0  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock41106
 Sunny226  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock8186
 Avg. Jan. Low40  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock9.17
 UV Index5.7  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock5812443
Reviews for Destin    14 Reviews

I find it amazing the place is rated one star - Yes the cost of housing is high especially as covid pushed more people to Florida. But living here is easy - three  More

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This tiny town is SO expensive. Unless you want a roach and mold infested place you will have to pay around $1800 or more and the “nice” places have reviews that scare  More

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I moved to Destin in 1987 when there was no development in the eastern part of town, only trees, beaches and a two lane road. I worked as a Sheriff's Deputy for over 30  More

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Reviews for San Marcos    5 Reviews

Just an amazing place to live. I have lived in 7 states and almost countless cities. Sam Marcos is one of the best. This is literally the longest place I have lived  More

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Over 15 years ago

Is this area to expensive for the average income retired  More

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Over 18 years ago

Beautiful Mediterranean climate with bright sunshine and ocean breazes. City is just 15 minutes away from the  More

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