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SAN MATEO vs. BERKELEY
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Cost of Living Calculator - San Mateo, California vs Berkeley, California
The cost of living in Berkeley, California is
4.9%
cheaper
than San Mateo, California.
You would need a salary of
$87,485
in Berkeley, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Mateo, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Berkeley, California is
cheaper
than San Mateo, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% cheaper in Berkeley
than in San Mateo, California
San Mateo, CA vs Berkeley, CA
Compared to San Mateo, Berkeley is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
4.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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2.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
15.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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0.7% lower
Commute
17.2% lower
Health
0.5% lower
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Personal
6.9% lower
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