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SAN MATEO vs. PHOENIX
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San Mateo, California vs. Phoenix, Arizona
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is
56.6%
cheaper
than San Mateo, California.
You would need a salary of
$95,427
in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in San Mateo, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is
cheaper
than San Mateo, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Phoenix
than in San Mateo, California
San Mateo, CA vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to San Mateo, Phoenix is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
56.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
16.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
83.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.8% higher
Commute
17.8% lower
Health
21.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
16.3% lower
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