Fresno, California vs. San Marcos, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, Texas is 3.1% cheaper than Fresno, California.

You would need a salary of $64,924 in San Marcos, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Fresno, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, Texas is cheaper than Fresno, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
6% cheaper in San Marcos
than in Fresno, California
Fresno, CA vs. San Marcos, TX
Compared to Fresno, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
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  3.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.6% lower
  Commute
  5.0% higher
  Health
  16.8% higher
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  Personal
  9.8% lower
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