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Victoria H.

San Mateo quality of life -am I missing something?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Just moved here 8 months ago and With a population of 104K, San Mateo is a mid-size city. Household incomes average around $152,669 in San Mateo. Rent is about $3,079/month for a decent place. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a real se...

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Sophie Ward

Commute times in San Mateo -how bad?

Been meaning to ask this. Military spouse here. Homes are going for about $1,563,200 on average. Median household income is $152,669, which feels pretty solid for the area. With a population of 104K, San Mateo is a mid-size city. The median home value here is around $1,563,200, which is pretty steep...

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true_jeremiah92

Couple moving to San Mateo from out of state

First post here. I'm single, late 30s, and With a population of 104K, San Mateo is a mid-size city. Household incomes average around $152,669 in San Mateo. It's a a mid-size city city with about 104K people. Homes are going for about $1,563,200 on average. It's not perfect, but the community is soli...

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Isabelle Perez

Remote worker thinking about San Mateo

Hey everyone, I grew up here but left for a while. The median home value here is around $1,563,200, which is pretty steep. Median household income is $152,669, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Am I overthin...

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Violet T.

Best and worst neighborhoods in San Mateo

So, The food scene here is surprisingly good. Should I be concerned? The weather takes some getting used to.

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Hailey Lopez

Moving to San Mateo -what should I know?

Random thought, I'm retired and It's a a mid-size city city with about 104K people. Crime rate is something to consider -San Mateo sits at 250.9 per 100K. Median household income is $152,669, which feels pretty solid for the area. The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lo...

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samuel_vibes

Best neighborhoods in San Mateo

First post here. The median home value here is around $1,563,200, which is pretty

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samuel_vibes

San Mateo in the winter -how bad?

Longtime lurker here, Just moved here 12 months ago and Homes are going for about $1,563,200 on average. Household incomes average around $152,669 in San Mateo. It's a a mid-size city city with about 104K people. Crime rate is something to consider -San Mateo sits at 250.9 per 100K. The city has inv...

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Leah Lopez

Top 5 things I love about San Mateo

Random thought, I'm retired and Median household income is $152,669, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $1,563,200, which is pretty steep. You can expect to pay around $3,079 for rent here. Homes are going for about $1,563,200 on average. People here are genu...

1 replies 28 upvotes best-worst
Parker Hall

Best companies to work for in San Mateo?

Hey, Just moved here 8 months ago and Rent is about $3,079/month for a decent place. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. I'd say it's...

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Ezekiel M.

What I wish I knew before living in San Mateo

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a remote worker and With a population of 104K, San Mateo is a mid-size city. Crime rate is something to consider -San Mateo sits at 250.9 per 100K. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburbs are where most families end up. ...

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Connor Edwards

Best neighborhoods to rent in San Mateo?

I'm a college student here and With a population of 104K, San Mateo is a mid-size city. You can expect to pay around $3,079 for rent here. Household incomes average around $152,669 in San Mateo. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $152,669, which feels pret...

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Abigail C.

Moving to San Mateo -what should I know?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a 47-year-old pharmacist and You can expect to pay around $3,079 for rent here. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's not perfect, but the commu...

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Gianna

Rent in San Mateo getting crazy

Longtime lurker here, I'm a 27-year-old sales rep and The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -San Mateo sits at 250.9 per 100K. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Am I overthinking this? The food scene here is surprisingly good.

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samuel_vibes

Things that make San Mateo unique

Hi all, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Crime rate is something to consider -San Mateo sits at 250.9 per 100K. It's a a mid-size city city with about 104K people. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Am I overthinking this...

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Nova Hill

Unpopular opinion about San Mateo

First post here. Rent is about $3,079/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $1,563,200, which is pretty steep. The city has invested a lot in new development. Thanks! The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing t...

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Asher R.

Is San Mateo still affordable?

Alright, I'm a teacher here and Average temperature is around 57--F, so the weather is moderate. The suburbs are where most families end up. Let me know your thoughts. Thanks in advance! The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public transit needs a ...

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Julian C.

Quick question about San Mateo

My family moved here when I was a kid. It's a a mid-size city city with about 104K people. Homes are going for about $1,563,200 on average. With a population of 104K, San Mateo is a mid-size city. The suburbs are where most families end up. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. ...

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Ella Wilson

Commute times in San Mateo -how bad?

Alright, My partner and I are The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $1,563,200 on average. With a population of 104K, San Mateo is a mid-size city. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What are your go-to spots? Thanks in advance! It's a ...

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Arianna T.

How much do you pay for rent in San Mateo?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 57--F, so the weather is moderate. You can expect to pay around $3,079 for rent here. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The weather takes some getting used t...

2 replies 46 upvotes housing
Kaylee Sanders

Quick question about San Mateo

Alright, I grew up here but left for a while. Household incomes average around $152,669 in San Mateo. The median home value here is around $1,563,200, which is pretty steep. Poverty rate is 4.6%, which is pretty low. It's a a mid-size city city with about 104K people. Property taxes are high but you...

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Daniel R.

Life in San Mateo as a young professional

Moved here 15 years ago for work. San Mateo has a solid community for young professionals. Income levels are solid here — median is around $152,669. Rent runs about $3,079/month for a typical apartment. The social scene is pretty active with lots of meetups. Would I recommend it? Absolutely..

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Arianna T.

Best apartments in San Mateo under ?

Alright, I've been here for 4 years and Rent is about $3,079/month for a decent place. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What are your go-to spots?

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Leah Lopez

Is San Mateo walkable?

Hey everyone, Military spouse here. With a population of 104K, San Mateo is a mid-size city. Crime rate is something to consider -San Mateo sits at 250.9 per 100K. Median household income is $152,669, which feels pretty solid for the area. Homes are going for about $1,563,200 on average. Night life ...

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Piper

Pros and cons of San Mateo after 2 years

Anyone else feel this way? I relocated for work and With a population of 104K, San Mateo is a mid-size city. Poverty rate is 4.6%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $1,563,200 on average. You can expect to pay around $3,079 for rent here. The weather takes some getting used to. The food...

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James W.

Anyone else love living in San Mateo?

Hello, We're a young couple and Average temperature is around 57--F, so the weather is moderate. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. The suburbs are where most families end up. Anyone in a similar situation? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Night life is decent if you...

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Piper

What's it really like living in San Mateo?

So, It's a a mid-size city city with about 104K people. Median household income is $152,669, which feels pretty solid for the area. Homes are going for about $1,563,200 on average. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Am I overthinking this? P...

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tucson_olivia

Things San Mateo needs to improve

Not sure if this has been asked before, but It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Eli Taylor

San Mateo housing prices -when will it stop?

Longtime lurker here, I work in automotive and With a population of 104K, San Mateo is a mid-size city. Crime rate is something to consider -San Mateo sits at 250.9 per 100K. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush ho...

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