Lewiston, Idaho vs. Novato, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Novato, California is 101.8% more expensive than Lewiston, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $100,905 in Novato, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Lewiston, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Novato, California is more expensive than Lewiston, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
221% more expensive in Novato
than in Lewiston, Idaho
Lewiston, ID vs. Novato, CA
Compared to Lewiston, Novato is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  101.8% 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
  12.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  240.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.8% higher
  Commute
  59.1% higher
  Health
  1.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  32.0% higher