Scottsdale, Arizona vs. San Mateo, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Mateo, California is 76.2% more expensive than Scottsdale, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $140,985 in San Mateo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Mateo, California is more expensive than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% more expensive in San Mateo
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs. San Mateo, CA
Compared to Scottsdale, San Mateo is:
  Homeowner
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  76.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  200.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  10.3% lower
  Commute
  31.3% higher
  Health
  26.9% higher
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  Personal
  19.0% higher
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