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


The cost of living in San Rafael, California is 21.3% more expensive than Kirkland, Washington.

You would need a salary of $60,658 in San Rafael, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Kirkland, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Rafael, California is more expensive than Kirkland, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in San Rafael
than in Kirkland, Washington
Kirkland, WA vs San Rafael, CA
Compared to Kirkland, San Rafael is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.3% 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)
  44.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  39.4% higher
  Commute
  12.5% lower
  Health
  24.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% higher

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