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SAN MARCOS vs. MESA
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Cost of Living Calculator - San Marcos, California vs Mesa, Arizona
The cost of living in Mesa, Arizona is
30.2%
cheaper
than San Marcos, California.
You would need a salary of
$62,780
in Mesa, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mesa, Arizona is
cheaper
than San Marcos, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Mesa
than in San Marcos, California
San Marcos, CA vs Mesa, AZ
Compared to San Marcos, Mesa is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
30.2% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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11.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
58.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
3.8% lower
Commute
7.2% lower
Health
3.9% higher
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Personal
6.1% lower
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