San Rafael, California vs. Seattle, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is 22.8% cheaper than San Rafael, California.

You would need a salary of $38,592 in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in San Rafael, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is cheaper than San Rafael, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Seattle
than in San Rafael, California
San Rafael, CA vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to San Rafael, Seattle is:
  Homeowner
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  22.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  29.3% lower
  Commute
  15.8% higher
  Health
  19.9% lower
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  Personal
  4.4% lower
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