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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 101050. What about cost of living in San Mateo, CA? The median income in San Mateo, CA is $156,044 and the median home value is $1,642,300.

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
$1,642,300
Median Property Tax
$5,486
Total Population
101,050
Average Commute
22 min
Median Household Income
$156,044
Median Monthly Rent
$2,687

Map of San Mateo, CA

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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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