Cost of Living Calculator - San Marcos, California vs Twin Falls, Idaho


The cost of living in Twin Falls, Idaho is 41.4% cheaper than San Marcos, California.

You would need a salary of $43,977 in Twin Falls, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Twin Falls, Idaho is cheaper than San Marcos, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Twin Falls
than in San Marcos, California
San Marcos, CA vs Twin Falls, ID
Compared to San Marcos, Twin Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.4% 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
  16.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.3% lower
  Commute
  45.1% lower
  Health
  22.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% lower

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