San Rafael, California vs. Denver, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Denver, Colorado is 41.2% cheaper than San Rafael, California.

You would need a salary of $176,357 in Denver, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in San Rafael, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Denver, Colorado is cheaper than San Rafael, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Denver
than in San Rafael, California
San Rafael, CA vs. Denver, CO
Compared to San Rafael, Denver is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.2% 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
  10.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% lower
  Commute
  2.2% lower
  Health
  23.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.2% lower