New Paltz, New York vs. Berkeley, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Berkeley, California is 148.2% more expensive than New Paltz, New York.

You would need a salary of $124,115 in Berkeley, California to maintain the standard of living you have in New Paltz, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Berkeley, California is more expensive than New Paltz, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
153% more expensive in Berkeley
than in New Paltz, New York
New Paltz, NY vs. Berkeley, CA
Compared to New Paltz, Berkeley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  148.2% 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
  7.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  327.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.8% lower
  Commute
  7.2% higher
  Health
  6.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.2% higher