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Cost of Living Calculator - New York, New York vs San Francisco, California

The cost of living in San Francisco, California is 44.7% more expensive than New York, New York.

You would need a salary of $1,374,756 in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in New York, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is more expensive than New York, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% more expensive in San Francisco
than in New York, New York
New York, NY vs San Francisco, CA
Compared to New York, San Francisco is:
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  44.7% higher
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  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  102.6% higher
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  Utilities
  35.2% lower
  Commute
  12.6% lower
  Health
  10.0% lower
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  Personal
  0.6% lower
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