Independence, Missouri vs. Redwood City, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Redwood City, California is 224.6% more expensive than Independence, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $275,877 in Redwood City, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Redwood City, California is more expensive than Independence, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
800% more expensive in Redwood City
than in Independence, Missouri
Independence, MO vs. Redwood City, CA
Compared to Independence, Redwood City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  224.6% 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
  24.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,210.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% lower
  Commute
  50.5% higher
  Health
  14.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.6% higher