Rosemead, California vs. Castro Valley, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Castro Valley, California is 23.4% more expensive than Rosemead, California.

You would need a salary of $49,979 in Castro Valley, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rosemead, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Castro Valley, California is more expensive than Rosemead, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% more expensive in Castro Valley
than in Rosemead, California
Rosemead, CA vs. Castro Valley, CA
Compared to Rosemead, Castro Valley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.4% 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
  9.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% lower
  Commute
  19.9% lower
  Health
  34.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% higher