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MERCED vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Merced, California vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
130.6%
more expensive
than Merced, California.
You would need a salary of
$207,561
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Merced, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Merced, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
231% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Merced, California
Merced, CA vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Merced, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
130.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
17.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
432.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.6% lower
Commute
56.5% higher
Health
5.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
24.7% higher
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