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San FranciscovsNew York

Moving from San Francisco to New York will cost approximately $32,787 more on median home prices (3.7% higher). Monthly rent is $137 more expensive in New York. Note that median income is 3.3% lower in New York.

Housing
3.7% more
Rent
3.7% more
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New York

Side-by-Side Comparison

Origin

San Francisco, CA

Median Home Price$882,879
Monthly Rent$3,679
Median Income$82,922
Population864,816
Destination

New York, NY

Median Home Price
$915,666+3.7%
Monthly Rent
$3,815+3.7%
Median Income
$80,175-3.3%
Population8,550,405
Housing

Rent History & Trends

Understanding how rental prices have changed over time helps predict future affordability and make informed decisions about your move.

San Francisco

2015$3,234
2020$2,856
2025$3,679

New York

2015$2,706
2020$2,571
2025$3,815

Annual Cost of Living

A comprehensive breakdown of annual living expenses helps you budget effectively for your new life in New York.

San Francisco

Housing$14,527
Food$6,850
Transport$14,083
Healthcare$11,373
Total$68,844

New York

Housing$10,874
Food$6,205
Transport$12,385
Healthcare$11,162
Total$70,483
Costs

Key Insights

3.7%
Housing Cost
more expensive in New York
$137
Monthly Rent Difference
additional cost per month
3.3%
Income Level
lower median income

Demographics

San Francisco

Population864,816
Median Age38.3 yrs
Violent Crime Rate481 per 100k
Property Crime Rate2165 per 100k

New York

Population8,550,405
Median Age36.0 yrs
Violent Crime Rate308 per 100k
Property Crime Rate1048 per 100k

Safety & Crime Statistics

San Francisco

481
Violent Crime Rate (per 100k)
2165
Property Crime Rate (per 100k)

New York

308
Violent Crime Rate (per 100k)
1048
Property Crime Rate (per 100k)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it cheaper to live in New York or San Francisco?

San Francisco is 3.7% cheaper for housing than New York. The median home price in San Francisco is $882,879 compared to $915,666 in New York.

What is the rent difference between San Francisco and New York?

Monthly rent in New York averages $3,815, while San Francisco averages $3,679. That's a difference of $137 per month, or $1,639 annually.

How do incomes compare between San Francisco and New York?

The median household income in New York is $80,175, which is 3.3% lower than San Francisco's median of $82,922.

Which city is safer: San Francisco or New York?

San Francisco has a violent crime rate of 481 per 100k residents, while New York has 308 per 100k. New York is statistically safer.

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