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SAN MARCOS vs. SAN DIEGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - San Marcos, Texas vs San Diego, California
The cost of living in San Diego, California is
60.2%
more expensive
than San Marcos, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$71,307
in San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Diego, California is
more expensive
than San Marcos, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
148% more expensive in San Diego
than in San Marcos, Texas
San Marcos, TX vs San Diego, CA
Compared to San Marcos, San Diego is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
60.2% higher
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18.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
197.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
1.2% higher
Commute
12.5% higher
Health
18.1% lower
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Personal
16.8% higher
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