San Mateo, California vs. Washington, District of Columbia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is 39.9% cheaper than San Mateo, California.

You would need a salary of $63,101 in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in San Mateo, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is cheaper than San Mateo, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Washington
than in San Mateo, California
San Mateo, CA vs. Washington, DC
Compared to San Mateo, Washington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.9% 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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.3% higher
  Commute
  5.6% lower
  Health
  18.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.6% lower