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SAN MARCOS vs. SANTA BARBARA
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San Marcos, Texas vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
117.7%
more expensive
than San Marcos, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$174,146
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than San Marcos, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
355% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in San Marcos, Texas
San Marcos, TX vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to San Marcos, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
117.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
23.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
435.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.2% lower
Commute
9.2% lower
Health
4.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
13.4% higher
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