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ALAMEDA vs. SAN FRANCISCO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Alameda, California vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
16.2%
more expensive
than Alameda, California.
You would need a salary of
$146,981
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Alameda, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Alameda, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Alameda, California
Alameda, CA vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Alameda, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
16.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
3.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
39.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.1% higher
Commute
26.2% higher
Health
1.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
6.4% higher
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