Rochester, New York vs. San Mateo, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Mateo, California is 201.2% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $234,938 in San Mateo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Mateo, California is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
953% more expensive in San Mateo
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. San Mateo, CA
Compared to Rochester, San Mateo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  201.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  19.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,777.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.9% lower
  Commute
  58.3% higher
  Health
  9.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.0% higher