San Mateo, California vs. Renton, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Renton, Washington is 42.3% cheaper than San Mateo, California.

You would need a salary of $72,704 in Renton, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in San Mateo, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Renton, Washington is cheaper than San Mateo, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Renton
than in San Mateo, California
San Mateo, CA vs. Renton, WA
Compared to San Mateo, Renton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.3% 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
  10.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.7% lower
  Commute
  0.3% lower
  Health
  24.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% lower