Chevy Chase, Maryland vs. Berkeley, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Berkeley, California is 9.2% more expensive than Chevy Chase, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $54,606 in Berkeley, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chevy Chase, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Berkeley, California is more expensive than Chevy Chase, Maryland
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
39% more expensive in Berkeley
than in Chevy Chase, Maryland
Chevy Chase, MD vs. Berkeley, CA
Compared to Chevy Chase, Berkeley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% lower
  Commute
  9.9% lower
  Health
  34.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.5% higher