South Burlington, Vermont vs. Novato, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Novato, California is 74.0% more expensive than South Burlington, Vermont.

You would need a salary of $189,674 in Novato, California to maintain the standard of living you have in South Burlington, Vermont.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Novato, California is more expensive than South Burlington, Vermont
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
143% more expensive in Novato
than in South Burlington, Vermont
South Burlington, VT vs. Novato, CA
Compared to South Burlington, Novato is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  74.0% 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
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  169.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.8% lower
  Commute
  64.3% higher
  Health
  15.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.5% higher