Cost of Living in San Mateo Park, San Mateo, CA

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235%
Overall NAT. AVG.
11%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
751%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index San Mateo Park San Mateo California
Cost of living335249141
Groceries111117111
Health care112118116
Housing851546197
Transportation116122118
Utilities116120119
Lifestyle & Entertainment115130120
Household Items109109111
Education & Childcare123137127
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in San Mateo Park is 138% higher than the San Mateo average
  • The cost of living in San Mateo Park is 235% higher than the national average
  • San Mateo Park housing is 751% higher than the national average
  • California general sales tax is 42% higher than the national average
  • California state income tax is 61% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Household$318,094$26,508$7,422$9,544

      California Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      California 7.25% 10.5%

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      California 1% 13.3%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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