Syracuse, New York vs. San Rafael, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Rafael, California is 158.5% more expensive than Syracuse, New York.

You would need a salary of $129,251 in San Rafael, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Syracuse, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Rafael, California is more expensive than Syracuse, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
643% more expensive in San Rafael
than in Syracuse, New York
Syracuse, NY vs. San Rafael, CA
Compared to Syracuse, San Rafael is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  158.5% 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
  17.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,083.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% lower
  Commute
  39.2% higher
  Health
  6.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.6% higher