Raleigh, North Carolina vs. San Rafael, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Rafael, California is 112.3% more expensive than Raleigh, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $137,998 in San Rafael, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Rafael, California is more expensive than Raleigh, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
183% more expensive in San Rafael
than in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, NC vs. San Rafael, CA
Compared to Raleigh, San Rafael is:
  Homeowner
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  112.3% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  280.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.8% lower
  Commute
  34.0% higher
  Health
  16.1% higher
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  Personal
  28.0% higher
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