San Rafael, California vs. Nampa, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Nampa, Idaho is 52.2% cheaper than San Rafael, California.

You would need a salary of $17,911 in Nampa, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in San Rafael, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Nampa, Idaho is cheaper than San Rafael, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Nampa
than in San Rafael, California
San Rafael, CA vs. Nampa, ID
Compared to San Rafael, Nampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  52.2% 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
  19.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% lower
  Commute
  24.8% lower
  Health
  7.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.7% lower