Cost of Living Calculator - Salinas, California vs Carson City, Nevada


The cost of living in Carson City, Nevada is 21.2% cheaper than Salinas, California.

You would need a salary of $39,395 in Carson City, Nevada to maintain the standard of living you have in Salinas, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carson City, Nevada is cheaper than Salinas, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Carson City
than in Salinas, California
Salinas, CA vs Carson City, NV
Compared to Salinas, Carson City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.2% lower
      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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% higher
  Commute
  16.6% lower
  Health
  24.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% lower

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