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Cost of Living Calculator - Grand Prairie, Texas vs San Marcos, California

The cost of living in San Marcos, California is 53.7% more expensive than Grand Prairie, Texas.

You would need a salary of $115,306 in San Marcos, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Grand Prairie, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, California is more expensive than Grand Prairie, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
167% more expensive in San Marcos
than in Grand Prairie, Texas
Grand Prairie, TX vs San Marcos, CA
Compared to Grand Prairie, San Marcos is:
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  53.7% higher
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  12.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  185.4% higher
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  Utilities
  3.2% higher
  Commute
  4.3% higher
  Health
  9.6% lower
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  Personal
  0.3% higher
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