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San Mateo, CA

Looking to move to San Mateo, CA? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to San Mateo, CA is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: San Mateo, CA has a population of 103323. What about cost of living in San Mateo, CA? The median income in San Mateo, CA is $170,094 and the median home value is $1,439,001.

Read on to learn more about San Mateo, CA, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in San Mateo, CA

Average Temperatures

68 high / 49 low

Average Annual Rainfall

23 in

Average Annual Snowfall

0 in

Quick Facts about San Mateo, California

Median Home Value
$1,439,001
Median Property Tax
$5,486
Total Population
103,323
Average Commute
21 min
Median Household Income
$170,094
Median Monthly Rent
$2,482

Map of San Mateo, CA

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