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ALAMEDA vs. SAN JOSE
Cost of Living Comparison
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Alameda, California vs. San Jose, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Jose, California is
2.4%
more expensive
than Alameda, California.
You would need a salary of
$186,333
in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Alameda, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is
more expensive
than Alameda, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
0% more expensive in San Jose
than in Alameda, California
Alameda, CA vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Alameda, San Jose is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
2.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
1.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
1.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.3% higher
Commute
20.4% higher
Health
7.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
7.5% lower
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