Amherst, New York vs. San Jose, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Jose, California is 138.9% more expensive than Amherst, New York.

You would need a salary of $200,667 in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Amherst, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is more expensive than Amherst, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
246% more expensive in San Jose
than in Amherst, New York
Amherst, NY vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Amherst, San Jose is:
  Homeowner
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  138.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  327.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.8% lower
  Commute
  61.7% higher
  Health
  2.4% higher
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  Personal
  14.5% higher
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