Arlington, Texas vs. San Mateo, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Mateo, California is 148.6% more expensive than Arlington, Texas.

You would need a salary of $124,306 in San Mateo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Mateo, California is more expensive than Arlington, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
342% more expensive in San Mateo
than in Arlington, Texas
Arlington, TX vs. San Mateo, CA
Compared to Arlington, San Mateo is:
  Homeowner
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  148.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  19.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  589.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.1% lower
  Commute
  25.1% higher
  Health
  18.2% higher
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  Personal
  11.7% higher
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