San Rafael, California vs. White Plains, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in White Plains, New York is 29.3% cheaper than San Rafael, California.

You would need a salary of $116,730 in White Plains, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in San Rafael, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, White Plains, New York is cheaper than San Rafael, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in White Plains
than in San Rafael, California
San Rafael, CA vs. White Plains, NY
Compared to San Rafael, White Plains is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.3% 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
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  56.3% higher
  Commute
  12.6% lower
  Health
  14.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% lower