Palo Alto, California vs. San Mateo, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Mateo, California is 42.1% cheaper than Palo Alto, California.

You would need a salary of $214,180 in San Mateo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Mateo, California is cheaper than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in San Mateo
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs. San Mateo, CA
Compared to Palo Alto, San Mateo is:
  Homeowner
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  42.1% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.2% higher
  Commute
  2.0% higher
  Health
  9.0% higher
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  Personal
  12.9% higher
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