South Bend, Indiana vs. Novato, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Novato, California is 152.7% more expensive than South Bend, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $88,433 in Novato, California to maintain the standard of living you have in South Bend, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Novato, California is more expensive than South Bend, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
549% more expensive in Novato
than in South Bend, Indiana
South Bend, IN vs. Novato, CA
Compared to South Bend, Novato is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  152.7% 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
  24.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,116.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% higher
  Commute
  61.1% higher
  Health
  17.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  36.2% higher