San Francisco

Tech capital of the world with highest salaries in the US. Extremely expensive but unparalleled opportunities.

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1-Bed Rent

$3,200

per month

Median Salary

$90,000

per year

Afford Alone?

No βœ—

Challenging

Rent by Housing Type

Studio

$2,640

1-Bedroom

$3,200

Shared 2-Bed

$1,760

Coliving

$2,085

Shared House

$1,445

Monthly Budget (on $5,400 take-home)

Income$5,400
Needs (housing, food, transport)$3,810(71%)
Wants (dining, entertainment)$730(14%)
Savings$540(10%)
Remaining$320

Most Affordable Areas

  • Outer Sunset
  • Daly City
  • Excelsior

Most Expensive Areas

  • Pacific Heights
  • Marina
  • Noe Valley

About San Francisco

  • Tech industry hub
  • Highest salaries in US
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • 50%+ of salary on rent typical

Average Monthly Costs (Moderate Lifestyle)

Groceries

$380

Dining Out

$320

Subscriptions

$80

Entertainment

$220

Personal Care

$110

Public Transport

$100

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Los Angeles

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$2,200/mo

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