Albany, New York vs. San Rafael, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Rafael, California is 125.3% more expensive than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $292,870 in San Rafael, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Rafael, California is more expensive than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
377% more expensive in San Rafael
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. San Rafael, CA
Compared to Albany, San Rafael is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  125.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  465.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  11.5% lower
  Commute
  35.5% higher
  Health
  5.7% lower
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  Personal
  13.1% higher
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