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SAN MATEO vs. FOSTER CITY
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San Mateo, California vs. Foster City, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Foster City, California is
10.7%
more expensive
than San Mateo, California.
You would need a salary of
$163,769
in Foster City, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Mateo, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Foster City, California is
more expensive
than San Mateo, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% more expensive in Foster City
than in San Mateo, California
San Mateo, CA vs. Foster City, CA
Compared to San Mateo, Foster City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
10.7% higher
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Food
0.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
8.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
6.9% higher
Commute
3.6% higher
Health
0.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.2% higher
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