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SAN MARCOS vs. TACOMA
Cost of Living Comparison
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San Marcos, California vs. Tacoma, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is
24.1%
cheaper
than San Marcos, California.
You would need a salary of
$37,967
in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is
cheaper
than San Marcos, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in Tacoma
than in San Marcos, California
San Marcos, CA vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to San Marcos, Tacoma is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
24.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
7.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
48.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
34.8% lower
Commute
2.9% lower
Health
0.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
9.9% higher
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