Novato, California vs. Walnut Creek, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Walnut Creek, California is 4.4% more expensive than Novato, California.

You would need a salary of $52,190 in Walnut Creek, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Novato, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Walnut Creek, California is more expensive than Novato, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
5% more expensive in Walnut Creek
than in Novato, California
Novato, CA vs. Walnut Creek, CA
Compared to Novato, Walnut Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.4% 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
  0.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.5% higher
  Commute
  2.5% higher
  Health
  10.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.8% lower