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SAN FRANCISCO vs. OAKLAND
Cost of Living Comparison
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San Francisco, California vs. Oakland, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Oakland, California is
27.7%
cheaper
than San Francisco, California.
You would need a salary of
$79,570
in Oakland, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Francisco, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oakland, California is
cheaper
than San Francisco, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Oakland
than in San Francisco, California
San Francisco, CA vs. Oakland, CA
Compared to San Francisco, Oakland is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
27.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
46.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.4% lower
Commute
20.5% lower
Health
1.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
7.4% lower
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