Cost of Living Calculator - San Marcos, California vs Paia, Hawaii


The cost of living in Paia, Hawaii is 13.3% more expensive than San Marcos, California.

You would need a salary of $84,942 in Paia, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Paia, Hawaii is more expensive than San Marcos, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% more expensive in Paia
than in San Marcos, California
San Marcos, CA vs Paia, HI
Compared to San Marcos, Paia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.3% higher
      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
  43.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  79.0% higher
  Commute
  26.4% lower
  Health
  12.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% lower

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