Palm Desert, California vs. San Marcos, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, Texas is 18.9% cheaper than Palm Desert, California.

You would need a salary of $72,947 in San Marcos, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Palm Desert, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, Texas is cheaper than Palm Desert, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in San Marcos
than in Palm Desert, California
Palm Desert, CA vs. San Marcos, TX
Compared to Palm Desert, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
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  18.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.0% lower
  Commute
  15.1% lower
  Health
  24.5% higher
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  Personal
  14.0% lower
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