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Cost of Living Calculator - Bellingham, Washington vs San Rafael, California

The cost of living in San Rafael, California is 76.5% more expensive than Bellingham, Washington.

You would need a salary of $176,461 in San Rafael, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Bellingham, Washington.
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• Overall, San Rafael, California is more expensive than Bellingham, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
99% more expensive in San Rafael
than in Bellingham, Washington
Bellingham, WA vs San Rafael, CA
Compared to Bellingham, San Rafael is:
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  76.5% higher
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  10.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  142.5% higher
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  Utilities
  39.6% higher
  Commute
  44.8% higher
  Health
  13.3% higher
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  Personal
  16.1% higher
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