East Meadow, New York vs. Walnut Creek, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Walnut Creek, California is 29.2% more expensive than East Meadow, New York.

You would need a salary of $109,817 in Walnut Creek, California to maintain the standard of living you have in East Meadow, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Walnut Creek, California is more expensive than East Meadow, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% more expensive in Walnut Creek
than in East Meadow, New York
East Meadow, NY vs. Walnut Creek, CA
Compared to East Meadow, Walnut Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.2% 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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.9% lower
  Commute
  20.5% lower
  Health
  3.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.4% lower