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BERKELEY vs. SAN FRANCISCO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Berkeley, California vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
2.4%
more expensive
than Berkeley, California.
You would need a salary of
$76,794
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Berkeley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Berkeley, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
15% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Berkeley, California
Berkeley, CA vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Berkeley, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
2.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
2.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
15.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.8% higher
Commute
33.3% higher
Health
1.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
8.2% higher
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