Carmel, Indiana vs. San Mateo, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Mateo, California is 118.9% more expensive than Carmel, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $503,389 in San Mateo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Carmel, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Mateo, California is more expensive than Carmel, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
179% more expensive in San Mateo
than in Carmel, Indiana
Carmel, IN vs. San Mateo, CA
Compared to Carmel, San Mateo is:
  Homeowner
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  118.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  15.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  302.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.3% higher
  Commute
  58.5% higher
  Health
  18.0% higher
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  Personal
  8.5% higher
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