Is the cost of living in San Francisco high?

"The cost of living in San Francisco is generally considered to be high. Rental prices for a nice 1 bedroom apartment in San Francisco can range from around $2,500 to $3,500 per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can range from around $3,500 to $4,500 per month. Eating dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in San Francisco can cost around $20 to $30 per person," remarked another expat who made the move to San Francisco, the United States.