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SEATTLE vs. SAN MATEO
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Seattle, Washington vs. San Mateo, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Mateo, California is
49.3%
more expensive
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$246,418
in San Mateo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Mateo, California is
more expensive
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% more expensive in San Mateo
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. San Mateo, CA
Compared to Seattle, San Mateo is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
49.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
7.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
97.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
33.6% higher
Commute
4.3% higher
Health
33.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.4% lower
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