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PHOENIX vs. SAN MATEO
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Phoenix, Arizona vs. San Mateo, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Mateo, California is
130.5%
more expensive
than Phoenix, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$195,961
in San Mateo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Mateo, California is
more expensive
than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
233% more expensive in San Mateo
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. San Mateo, CA
Compared to Phoenix, San Mateo is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
130.5% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
19.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
489.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
9.7% lower
Commute
21.6% higher
Health
26.9% higher
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Personal
19.5% higher
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