San Marcos, California vs. Charlotte, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charlotte, North Carolina is 35.8% cheaper than San Marcos, California.

You would need a salary of $48,118 in Charlotte, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charlotte, North Carolina is cheaper than San Marcos, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Charlotte
than in San Marcos, California
San Marcos, CA vs. Charlotte, NC
Compared to San Marcos, Charlotte is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.5% lower
  Commute
  20.5% lower
  Health
  6.7% higher
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  Personal
  5.9% lower
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