Foster City, California vs. San Marcos, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, California is 44.0% cheaper than Foster City, California.

You would need a salary of $28,020 in San Marcos, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Foster City, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, California is cheaper than Foster City, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in San Marcos
than in Foster City, California
Foster City, CA vs. San Marcos, CA
Compared to Foster City, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
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  44.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.9% higher
  Commute
  17.3% lower
  Health
  24.2% lower
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  Personal
  12.7% lower
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