Cost of Living Calculator - Elmira, New York vs San Marcos, California


The cost of living in San Marcos, California is 94.5% more expensive than Elmira, New York.

You would need a salary of $145,870 in San Marcos, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Elmira, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, California is more expensive than Elmira, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
750% more expensive in San Marcos
than in Elmira, New York
Elmira, NY vs San Marcos, CA
Compared to Elmira, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  94.5% 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
  14.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  705.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% higher
  Commute
  58.2% higher
  Health
  23.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% higher

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