San Rafael, California vs. Arroyo Grande, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arroyo Grande, California is 29.6% cheaper than San Rafael, California.

You would need a salary of $98,592 in Arroyo Grande, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Rafael, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arroyo Grande, California is cheaper than San Rafael, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% cheaper in Arroyo Grande
than in San Rafael, California
San Rafael, CA vs. Arroyo Grande, CA
Compared to San Rafael, Arroyo Grande is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.6% 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
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.4% lower
  Commute
  20.2% lower
  Health
  1.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.3% lower