Bristol, Virginia vs. Castro Valley, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Castro Valley, California is 150.0% more expensive than Bristol, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $125,000 in Castro Valley, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Bristol, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Castro Valley, California is more expensive than Bristol, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
534% more expensive in Castro Valley
than in Bristol, Virginia
Bristol, VA vs. Castro Valley, CA
Compared to Bristol, Castro Valley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  150.0% 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
  19.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  643.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% lower
  Commute
  54.0% higher
  Health
  10.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.3% higher