Desert Hot Springs, California vs. San Marcos, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, California is 41.7% more expensive than Desert Hot Springs, California.

You would need a salary of $106,244 in San Marcos, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Desert Hot Springs, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, California is more expensive than Desert Hot Springs, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
129% more expensive in San Marcos
than in Desert Hot Springs, California
Desert Hot Springs, CA vs. San Marcos, CA
Compared to Desert Hot Springs, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
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  41.7% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  167.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.5% lower
  Commute
  14.8% lower
  Health
  1.9% higher
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  Personal
  0.2% lower
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