Detroit, Michigan vs. San Mateo, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Mateo, California is 182.5% more expensive than Detroit, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $197,768 in San Mateo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Mateo, California is more expensive than Detroit, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1825% more expensive in San Mateo
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. San Mateo, CA
Compared to Detroit, San Mateo is:
  Homeowner
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  182.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  31.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2,530.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.5% higher
  Commute
  19.6% lower
  Health
  43.5% higher
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  Personal
  23.4% higher
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