Cost of Living Calculator - San Rafael, California vs Rancho San Diego, California


The cost of living in Rancho San Diego, California is 31.1% cheaper than San Rafael, California.

You would need a salary of $51,679 in Rancho San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Rafael, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rancho San Diego, California is cheaper than San Rafael, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Rancho San Diego
than in San Rafael, California
San Rafael, CA vs Rancho San Diego, CA
Compared to San Rafael, Rancho San Diego is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.1% 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
  4.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.7% higher
  Commute
  5.7% higher
  Health
  19.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.9% lower

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