Novato, California vs. Plano, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Plano, Texas is 42.4% cheaper than Novato, California.

You would need a salary of $28,786 in Plano, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Novato, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Plano, Texas is cheaper than Novato, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Plano
than in Novato, California
Novato, CA vs. Plano, TX
Compared to Novato, Plano is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.4% 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
  8.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.2% higher
  Commute
  29.3% lower
  Health
  8.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  27.5% lower