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OAKLAND vs. SAN FRANCISCO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Oakland, California vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
38.2%
more expensive
than Oakland, California.
You would need a salary of
$160,943
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Oakland, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Oakland, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Oakland, California
Oakland, CA vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Oakland, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
38.2% higher
Child Care
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Food
4.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
88.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.0% higher
Commute
25.8% higher
Health
1.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
8.0% higher
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