Cost of Living Calculator - San Mateo, California vs Paia, Hawaii


The cost of living in Paia, Hawaii is 29.8% cheaper than San Mateo, California.

You would need a salary of $175,579 in Paia, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in San Mateo, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Paia, Hawaii is cheaper than San Mateo, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% cheaper in Paia
than in San Mateo, California
San Mateo, CA vs Paia, HI
Compared to San Mateo, Paia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.8% 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
  34.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  102.6% higher
  Commute
  37.0% lower
  Health
  14.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.6% lower

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