Magnolia, Texas vs. Novato, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Novato, California is 106.7% more expensive than Magnolia, Texas.

You would need a salary of $103,326 in Novato, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Magnolia, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Novato, California is more expensive than Magnolia, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
298% more expensive in Novato
than in Magnolia, Texas
Magnolia, TX vs. Novato, CA
Compared to Magnolia, Novato is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  106.7% 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
  10.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  198.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.9% lower
  Commute
  32.6% higher
  Health
  9.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  28.5% higher