San Mateo, California vs. Alameda, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alameda, California is 16.2% cheaper than San Mateo, California.

You would need a salary of $41,899 in Alameda, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Mateo, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alameda, California is cheaper than San Mateo, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% cheaper in Alameda
than in San Mateo, California
San Mateo, CA vs. Alameda, CA
Compared to San Mateo, Alameda is:
  Homeowner
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  16.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.7% lower
  Commute
  12.6% lower
  Health
  0.5% lower
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  Personal
  5.3% lower
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