Houston, Texas vs. Novato, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Novato, California is 98.4% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $158,743 in Novato, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Novato, California is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
324% more expensive in Novato
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Novato, CA
Compared to Houston, Novato is:
  Homeowner
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  98.4% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  345.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.1% lower
  Commute
  4.5% higher
  Health
  15.8% higher
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  Personal
  26.2% higher
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