Foster City, California's cost of living is 80% higher than the national average. The cost of living in any area can vary based on factors such as your career, its average salary and the real estate market of that area. PayScale's Cost of Living Calculator can help you find out more about how your individual needs will factor in when beginning your research to figure out how much it would cost you to relocate.
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Cost of Living in Foster City, California by Expense Category
Housing, Utilities & Transportation
Foster City's housing expenses are 200% higher than the national average and the utility prices are 48% higher than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 40% higher than the national average.
Median Home Price
$1,496,482
Median Rent
$4,549 / month
Energy Bill
$295.10 / month
Phone Bill
$285.47 / month
Gas
$4.75 / gallon
Food & Grocery
Foster City has grocery prices that are 23% higher than the national average.
Loaf of Bread
$4.86
Gallon of Milk
$5.73
Carton of Eggs
$4.25
Bunch of Bananas
$0.88
Hamburger
$6.79
Healthcare
Healthcare in Foster City is 25% higher than the national average.
Doctor's Visit
$175.58
Dentist Visit
$144.38
Optometrist Visit
$160.81
Rx Drug
$304.83
Veterinary Visit
$80.73