Wellesley, Massachusetts vs. San Mateo, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Mateo, California is 6.2% more expensive than Wellesley, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $53,093 in San Mateo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Wellesley, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Mateo, California is more expensive than Wellesley, Massachusetts
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
5% more expensive in San Mateo
than in Wellesley, Massachusetts
Wellesley, MA vs. San Mateo, CA
Compared to Wellesley, San Mateo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.2% higher
      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
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.7% lower
  Commute
  18.3% higher
  Health
  30.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% higher