Albuquerque, New Mexico vs. San Rafael, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Rafael, California is 139.4% more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $490,826 in San Rafael, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Rafael, California is more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
292% more expensive in San Rafael
than in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM vs. San Rafael, CA
Compared to Albuquerque, San Rafael is:
  Homeowner
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  139.4% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  18.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  412.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.1% higher
  Commute
  32.8% higher
  Health
  38.0% higher
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  Personal
  29.4% higher
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