San Marcos, California vs. Decatur, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decatur, Alabama is 48.3% cheaper than San Marcos, California.

You would need a salary of $25,869 in Decatur, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Alabama is cheaper than San Marcos, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Decatur
than in San Marcos, California
San Marcos, CA vs. Decatur, AL
Compared to San Marcos, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  14.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  82.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.2% lower
  Commute
  35.7% lower
  Health
  30.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.6% lower