Houston, Texas vs. Lake San Marcos, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake San Marcos, California is 76.2% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $132,173 in Lake San Marcos, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake San Marcos, California is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
182% more expensive in Lake San Marcos
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Lake San Marcos, CA
Compared to Houston, Lake San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
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  76.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  274.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.8% higher
  Commute
  3.4% higher
  Health
  6.4% lower
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  Personal
  4.8% higher
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