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Cost of Living Calculator - Foster City, California vs Alamo, California

The cost of living in Alamo, California is 22.0% more expensive than Foster City, California.

You would need a salary of $91,500 in Alamo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Foster City, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alamo, California is more expensive than Foster City, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% more expensive in Alamo
than in Foster City, California
Foster City, CA vs Alamo, CA
Compared to Foster City, Alamo is:
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  22.0% higher
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  Food
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.8% higher
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  Utilities
  3.2% higher
  Commute
  13.1% lower
  Health
  3.2% higher
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  Personal
  9.8% lower
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