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SAN ANTONIO vs. SAN MARCOS
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San Antonio, Texas vs. San Marcos, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Marcos, California is
73.1%
more expensive
than San Antonio, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$86,526
in San Marcos, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Antonio, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Marcos, California is
more expensive
than San Antonio, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
219% more expensive in San Marcos
than in San Antonio, Texas
San Antonio, TX vs. San Marcos, CA
Compared to San Antonio, San Marcos is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
73.1% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
19.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
240.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.6% higher
Commute
23.8% higher
Health
7.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
9.7% higher
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