Novato, California vs. Grand Prairie, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grand Prairie, Texas is 46.6% cheaper than Novato, California.

You would need a salary of $26,675 in Grand Prairie, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Novato, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Prairie, Texas is cheaper than Novato, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% cheaper in Grand Prairie
than in Novato, California
Novato, CA vs. Grand Prairie, TX
Compared to Novato, Grand Prairie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.6% lower
      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
  13.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.7% higher
  Commute
  5.3% lower
  Health
  10.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.9% lower