Cost of Living in Lake San Marcos, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
210.4
100 = national avg
+110.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$92,576
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$218,817
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing333.6
Food126.9
Transportation153.9
Healthcare121.6
Utilities162.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,459
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,001
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lake San Marcos is 210.4, which is 110.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 333.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $92,576 per year to cover basic expenses.