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Cost of Living Calculator - Arcata, California vs San Francisco, California

The cost of living in San Francisco, California is 125.5% more expensive than Arcata, California.

You would need a salary of $169,158 in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Arcata, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is more expensive than Arcata, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
178% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Arcata, California
Arcata, CA vs San Francisco, CA
Compared to Arcata, San Francisco is:
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  125.5% higher
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  14.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  323.7% higher
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  Utilities
  10.3% higher
  Commute
  94.8% higher
  Health
  2.4% lower
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  Personal
  20.0% higher
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