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POTOMAC vs. SAN MATEO
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Potomac, Maryland vs. San Mateo, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Mateo, California is
30.3%
more expensive
than Potomac, Maryland.
You would need a salary of
$136,833
in San Mateo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Potomac, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Mateo, California is
more expensive
than Potomac, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in San Mateo
than in Potomac, Maryland
Potomac, MD vs. San Mateo, CA
Compared to Potomac, San Mateo is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
30.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
2.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
62.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.5% lower
Commute
5.6% higher
Health
35.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
19.6% higher
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