San Rafael, California vs. Hinsdale, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hinsdale, Illinois is 18.8% cheaper than San Rafael, California.

You would need a salary of $125,098 in Hinsdale, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in San Rafael, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hinsdale, Illinois is cheaper than San Rafael, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Hinsdale
than in San Rafael, California
San Rafael, CA vs. Hinsdale, IL
Compared to San Rafael, Hinsdale is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.8% 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
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% lower
  Commute
  6.2% higher
  Health
  14.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.1% lower