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AUSTIN vs. SAN MATEO
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Austin, Texas vs. San Mateo, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Mateo, California is
93.7%
more expensive
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$154,930
in San Mateo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Mateo, California is
more expensive
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
138% more expensive in San Mateo
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. San Mateo, CA
Compared to Austin, San Mateo is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
93.7% higher
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Food
20.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
282.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.3% lower
Commute
30.5% higher
Health
15.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
19.1% higher
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