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BOSTON vs. SAN JOSE
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. San Jose, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Jose, California is
40.2%
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$176,597
in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% more expensive in San Jose
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Boston, San Jose is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
40.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
66.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
17.1% lower
Commute
14.6% higher
Health
20.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
18.8% lower
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