Needham, Massachusetts vs. San Mateo, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Mateo, California is 23.7% more expensive than Needham, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $108,849 in San Mateo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Needham, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Mateo, California is more expensive than Needham, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% more expensive in San Mateo
than in Needham, Massachusetts
Needham, MA vs. San Mateo, CA
Compared to Needham, San Mateo is:
  Homeowner
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  23.7% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  17.3% lower
  Commute
  16.1% higher
  Health
  30.9% higher
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  Personal
  3.7% higher
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