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ALAMEDA vs. SAN RAFAEL
Cost of Living Comparison
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Alameda, California vs. San Rafael, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Rafael, California is
3.5%
more expensive
than Alameda, California.
You would need a salary of
$98,348
in San Rafael, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Alameda, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Rafael, California is
more expensive
than Alameda, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
2% more expensive in San Rafael
than in Alameda, California
Alameda, CA vs. San Rafael, CA
Compared to Alameda, San Rafael is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
3.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
0.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
5.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.8% higher
Commute
5.3% lower
Health
5.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
10.9% higher
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