Santa Maria, California vs. Lake San Marcos, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake San Marcos, California is 38.6% more expensive than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $69,316 in Lake San Marcos, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake San Marcos, California is more expensive than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% more expensive in Lake San Marcos
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Lake San Marcos, CA
Compared to Santa Maria, Lake San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
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  38.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.3% higher
  Commute
  29.2% higher
  Health
  21.4% lower
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  Personal
  2.4% higher
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