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SAN JOSE vs. SAN RAFAEL
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San Jose, California vs. San Rafael, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Rafael, California is
1.1%
more expensive
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$171,898
in San Rafael, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Rafael, California is
more expensive
than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
2% more expensive in San Rafael
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. San Rafael, CA
Compared to San Jose, San Rafael is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
1.1% higher
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Renter
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Food
0.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
3.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.5% higher
Commute
21.4% lower
Health
2.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
19.8% higher
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