How do I calculate a South Dos Palos trip total?

Use the GSA per diem calculator with California and this ZIP or locality selected. Lodging is per night; M&IE is 100% on full days and 75% on the first and last calendar days.

South Dos Palos per diem rates

Q: What is the GSA per diem rate for South Dos Palos?

GSA does not list South Dos Palos as its own key city. ZIP 93665 maps to standard CONUS: $68 M&IE and peak lodging $110.

Merced County · ZIP 93665 · FY 2026

Official travel to South Dos Palos in Merced County (sample ZIP 93665) is not its own GSA key city. GSA maps this ZIP to the standard CONUS rate for California : $68 M&IE and peak lodging $110.

First and last travel days use 75% of M&IE ($51). Lodging is a monthly maximum (before tax). Statewide default CONUS is $110 lodging + $68 M&IE when no higher locality applies.

Assigned M&IE: $68
Peak lodging: $110

Calculate South Dos Palos per diem All CA localities

Example: 3-night trip in South Dos Palos

Four travel days at the assigned standard CONUS caps: two at 75% M&IE and two at 100%, plus three nights at peak lodging $110.

Lodging: 3 × $110 = $330
M&IE: 2 × $51 + 2 × $68 = $238
Estimated total: $568

Frequently asked questions

What is the GSA per diem rate for South Dos Palos?

GSA does not publish a separate key-city rate named South Dos Palos. ZIP 93665 maps to standard CONUS: $68 M&IE and peak lodging $110.

How do I calculate a trip to South Dos Palos?

Open the GSA calculator with this locality selected, or enter ZIP 93665. First and last days are 75% of M&IE.

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