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SAN MARCOS vs. EL CAJON
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Cost of Living Calculator - San Marcos, Texas vs El Cajon, California
The cost of living in El Cajon, California is
48.1%
more expensive
than San Marcos, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$111,049
in El Cajon, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, El Cajon, California is
more expensive
than San Marcos, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
117% more expensive in El Cajon
than in San Marcos, Texas
San Marcos, TX vs El Cajon, CA
Compared to San Marcos, El Cajon is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
48.1% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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16.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
140.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.9% higher
Commute
16.9% higher
Health
18.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
15.6% higher
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