Smithfield, Rhode Island vs. Malibu, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Malibu, California is 314.0% more expensive than Smithfield, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $207,024 in Malibu, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Smithfield, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Malibu, California is more expensive than Smithfield, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
716% more expensive in Malibu
than in Smithfield, Rhode Island
Smithfield, RI vs. Malibu, CA
Compared to Smithfield, Malibu is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  314.0% 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
  11.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  934.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.1% lower
  Commute
  61.1% higher
  Health
  3.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.2% lower