Cost of Living Calculator - Reading, Pennsylvania vs Novato, California


The cost of living in Novato, California is 112.2% more expensive than Reading, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $159,197 in Novato, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Reading, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Novato, California is more expensive than Reading, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
410% more expensive in Novato
than in Reading, Pennsylvania
Reading, PA vs Novato, CA
Compared to Reading, Novato is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  112.2% 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
  15.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,359.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.5% lower
  Commute
  25.4% higher
  Health
  4.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  28.1% higher

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