Palm Desert, California vs. Novato, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Novato, California is 53.4% more expensive than Palm Desert, California.

You would need a salary of $352,915 in Novato, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Palm Desert, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Novato, California is more expensive than Palm Desert, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
95% more expensive in Novato
than in Palm Desert, California
Palm Desert, CA vs. Novato, CA
Compared to Palm Desert, Novato is:
  Homeowner
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  53.4% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  133.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.6% lower
  Commute
  1.1% lower
  Health
  26.1% higher
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  Personal
  20.6% higher
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