Quick answer
Overall prices in the San Diego, CA metro were 111.9 vs 92.2 in Memphis, TN in 2024 (US = 100), so San Diego is 21.4% more expensive than Memphis; housing rents differ by 125% (179.3 vs 79.8). A $75,000 income in San Diego buys about what $61,789 buys in Memphis, per BEA.
Data as of 2024. Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024
| Price index (US = 100) | San Diego | Memphis | San Diego vs Memphis |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 111.9 | 92.2 | +21.4% |
| Goods | 108.0 | 96.2 | +12.2% |
| Housing (rents) | 179.3 | 79.8 | +124.6% |
| Utilities | 174.2 | 74.1 | +135.2% |
| Other services | 99.6 | 95.4 | +4.4% |
| All items, 2008 | 113.7 | 94.2 | +20.7% |
| $50,000 in San Diego equals in Memphis | $41,193 | ||
| $100,000 in San Diego equals in Memphis | $82,386 | ||
| $150,000 in San Diego equals in Memphis | $123,579 |
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Last updated 2026-10-16. Data only, not financial or tax advice.