Royal Oak, Michigan vs. San Mateo, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Mateo, California is 146.7% more expensive than Royal Oak, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $258,986 in San Mateo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Royal Oak, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Mateo, California is more expensive than Royal Oak, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
389% more expensive in San Mateo
than in Royal Oak, Michigan
Royal Oak, MI vs. San Mateo, CA
Compared to Royal Oak, San Mateo is:
  Homeowner
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  146.7% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  18.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  470.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.5% lower
  Commute
  25.9% higher
  Health
  46.9% higher
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  Personal
  9.7% higher
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