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BIRMINGHAM vs. SAN MATEO
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Birmingham, Alabama vs. San Mateo, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Mateo, California is
231.0%
more expensive
than Birmingham, Alabama.
You would need a salary of
$248,283
in San Mateo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Birmingham, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Mateo, California is
more expensive
than Birmingham, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1261% more expensive in San Mateo
than in Birmingham, Alabama
Birmingham, AL vs. San Mateo, CA
Compared to Birmingham, San Mateo is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
231.0% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
25.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
2,056.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.0% lower
Commute
62.2% higher
Health
3.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
26.6% higher
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