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SAN MATEO vs. SANTA MONICA
Cost of Living Comparison
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San Mateo, California vs. Santa Monica, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is
8.5%
more expensive
than San Mateo, California.
You would need a salary of
$54,250
in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Mateo, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is
more expensive
than San Mateo, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in San Mateo, California
San Mateo, CA vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to San Mateo, Santa Monica is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
8.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
20.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.1% lower
Commute
7.9% higher
Health
23.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
13.1% lower
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