New Paltz, New York vs. San Rafael, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Rafael, California is 126.5% more expensive than New Paltz, New York.

You would need a salary of $226,461 in San Rafael, California to maintain the standard of living you have in New Paltz, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Rafael, 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
131% more expensive in San Rafael
than in New Paltz, New York
New Paltz, NY vs. San Rafael, CA
Compared to New Paltz, San Rafael is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  126.5% 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
  6.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  271.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.7% lower
  Commute
  7.2% higher
  Health
  12.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.9% higher