Portland, Oregon vs. San Mateo, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Mateo, California is 89.3% more expensive than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $104,101 in San Mateo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Mateo, California is more expensive than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
156% more expensive in San Mateo
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. San Mateo, CA
Compared to Portland, San Mateo is:
  Homeowner
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  89.3% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  236.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  15.0% higher
  Commute
  10.4% higher
  Health
  29.6% higher
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  Personal
  5.7% higher
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