Phoenix, Arizona vs. San Marcos, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Marcos, California is 43.0% more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $185,851 in San Marcos, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, California is more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
96% more expensive in San Marcos
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. San Marcos, CA
Compared to Phoenix, San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
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  43.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  149.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.2% higher
  Commute
  4.2% higher
  Health
  3.8% lower
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  Personal
  5.5% higher
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