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BOSTON vs. SAN MATEO
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. San Mateo, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Mateo, California is
63.4%
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$653,416
in San Mateo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Mateo, California is
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
110% more expensive in San Mateo
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. San Mateo, CA
Compared to Boston, San Mateo is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
63.4% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
4.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
134.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
21.3% lower
Commute
8.8% higher
Health
30.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
7.4% lower
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