Cost of Living Calculator - Renton, Washington vs Novato, California


The cost of living in Novato, California is 31.1% more expensive than Renton, Washington.

You would need a salary of $209,682 in Novato, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Renton, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Novato, California is more expensive than Renton, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in Novato
than in Renton, Washington
Renton, WA vs Novato, CA
Compared to Renton, Novato is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.1% 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
  7.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.5% higher
  Commute
  12.9% lower
  Health
  24.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% higher

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