Lancaster, New York vs. Redwood City, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Redwood City, California is 214.6% more expensive than Lancaster, New York.

You would need a salary of $292,602 in Redwood City, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Lancaster, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Redwood City, California is more expensive than Lancaster, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
451% more expensive in Redwood City
than in Lancaster, New York
Lancaster, NY vs. Redwood City, CA
Compared to Lancaster, Redwood City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  214.6% 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
  14.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  636.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% higher
  Commute
  44.1% higher
  Health
  11.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  29.5% higher