Houston, Texas vs. San Rafael, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Rafael, California is 127.6% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $227,644 in San Rafael, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Rafael, California is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
387% more expensive in San Rafael
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. San Rafael, CA
Compared to Houston, San Rafael is:
  Homeowner
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  127.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  15.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  462.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  0.3% lower
  Health
  15.8% higher
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  Personal
  25.1% higher
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