San Francisco
USA
Updated on August 16, 2025
Overview
San Francisco is an iconic California city known for its steep hills, the Golden Gate Bridge, its vibrant tech scene, and cultural diversity. It's the center of the San Francisco Bay Area and a major global financial and technology hub.
Average cost of living€7,428.00
Quality of Life80/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€1,800.00
1-bed flat (center)€3,500.00
1-bed flat (outside)€2,800.00
3-bed flat (center)€6,500.00
3-bed flat (outside)€4,800.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€180.00
Internet€85.00
Mobile plan€65.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€3.25
Monthly pass€98.00
Taxi start€4.50
Gasoline (1 l)€5.20
Leisure
Cinema ticket€18.00
Fitness club€120.00
Education
Preschool (month)€2,200.00
Intl. primary (year)€25,000.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€15,000.00
sqm outside center€11,000.00
Advantages
- ✓ Global center of technology and innovation
- ✓ Excellent public transportation
- ✓ Cultural and culinary diversity
- ✓ Mild climate year-round
- ✓ Proximity to nature and beaches
- ✓ Historic architecture and unique landscapes
Disadvantages
- × Extremely high cost of living
- × Housing crisis and lack of affordable rentals
- × Traffic problems and limited parking
- × Pronounced socioeconomic inequality
- × Crime in certain areas
- × Frequent summer fog