San Rafael, California vs. Allentown, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Allentown, New Jersey is 43.0% cheaper than San Rafael, California.

You would need a salary of $159,577 in Allentown, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in San Rafael, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Allentown, New Jersey is cheaper than San Rafael, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Allentown
than in San Rafael, California
San Rafael, CA vs. Allentown, NJ
Compared to San Rafael, Allentown is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.0% lower
      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
  6.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.5% higher
  Commute
  21.2% lower
  Health
  10.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.7% lower