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Cost of Living Calculator - San Rafael, California vs Washington, District of Columbia

The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is 30.7% cheaper than San Rafael, California.

You would need a salary of $173,183 in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in San Rafael, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is cheaper than San Rafael, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Washington
than in San Rafael, California
San Rafael, CA vs Washington, DC
Compared to San Rafael, Washington is:
  Homeowner
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  30.7% lower
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  Food
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.6% lower
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  Utilities
  8.9% higher
  Commute
  14.0% higher
  Health
  13.3% lower
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  Personal
  15.8% lower
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