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These days, finding an affordable place to live in the San Mateo area can be challenging. Home prices in San Mateo are now at a median cost of $1,351,161, higher than the California average of $648,235.
The average cost of rent is $2,895/mo in San Mateo, primarily driven by the current value of real estate in the San Mateo area. While nearly 29.83% of residents own their homes outright in San Mateo, 45.29% rent.
Housing affordability isn’t just about home prices, though. The average household income in San Mateo is $12,030 per month. Households that rent pay about 24.07% of their income on rent here. San Mateo's most expensive areas are in the southeastern regions, while the cheapest areas are in the northeastern parts of the city.
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