San Mateo, California vs. Destin, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Destin, Florida is 51.8% cheaper than San Mateo, California.

You would need a salary of $48,244 in Destin, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in San Mateo, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Destin, Florida is cheaper than San Mateo, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Destin
than in San Mateo, California
San Mateo, CA vs. Destin, FL
Compared to San Mateo, Destin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  9.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  73.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.5% higher
  Commute
  34.9% lower
  Health
  11.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.1% lower

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