Buffalo, New York vs. San Marcos, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, California is 75.6% more expensive than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $201,932 in San Marcos, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, California is more expensive than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
297% more expensive in San Marcos
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. San Marcos, CA
Compared to Buffalo, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
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  75.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  600.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.9% lower
  Commute
  20.0% higher
  Health
  15.4% lower
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  Personal
  15.4% higher
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