San Marcos, California vs. Seattle, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is 8.0% more expensive than San Marcos, California.

You would need a salary of $80,985 in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is more expensive than San Marcos, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% more expensive in Seattle
than in San Marcos, California
San Marcos, CA vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to San Marcos, Seattle is:
  Homeowner
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  8.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  33.8% lower
  Commute
  11.9% higher
  Health
  0.9% lower
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  Personal
  13.7% higher
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