San Mateo

California

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ARenter Score
Population
103,105
Median Income
$154K
% Renters
50%
Median Rent
$3,077/mo
Available Rentals
0
#114
Best for Familiesof 528 in Sf Bay Area
#128
Most Diverseof 528 in Sf Bay Area
#52
Best Public Schoolsof 135 in Sf Bay Area
#230
Best Places to Liveof 523 in Sf Bay Area
#247
Best for Young Professionalsof 528 in Sf Bay Area
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1 Bedroom
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Rent Affordability

How does San Mateo compare?

Median rent relative to San Francisco and the broader Bay Area market.

vs San Francisco Average+13% higher
vs Bay Area Average+16% higher
vs National Average+120% higher

Census Rent Data

Rent Distribution

How much residents in San Mateo pay in rent (Census data).

Under $500
2%
$500–$999
1%
$1,000–$1,499
4%
$1,500–$1,999
10%
$2,000+
83%

Neighborhood Grades

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Public SchoolsA+
Cost of LivingD+
SafetyC+
NightlifeA-
Outdoor ActivitiesA
WalkabilityA-

Compare Nearby Cities

NeighborhoodMedian RentAvailableOverall
San Mateo$3,077A
Belmont$2,8750A+
Alamo Square$2,1314A+
Buena Vista$2,95425A+

Weather

Average Temperatures

Monthly high and low temperatures in San Mateo.

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Demographics & Diversity

Population, age distribution, and diversity breakdown for San Mateo.

Population103,105
Median Age50
Median Income$154K

Diversity Index: 0.62

White
34%
Asian
28%
Hispanic
28%
Two or More
6%
Black
1%
Pacific Islander
1%
Other
1%

Housing Stock

Types of Housing

Housing type and age distribution in San Mateo.

Home Types

Single Family
42%
Large Apt Building
34%
Small Apt Building
15%
Townhouse
10%
Mobile Home
0%

Home Age

2000–Present
13%
1980–1999
17%
1960–1979
27%
1940–1959
34%
Before 1939
10%

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29 min
Drive Alone58%
Walk/Bike3%
Work from Home25%

Schools

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