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COLUMBIA vs. SAN JOSE
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Columbia, Maryland vs. San Jose, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Jose, California is
81.7%
more expensive
than Columbia, Maryland.
You would need a salary of
$127,219
in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is
more expensive
than Columbia, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
168% more expensive in San Jose
than in Columbia, Maryland
Columbia, MD vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Columbia, San Jose is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
81.7% higher
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Food
8.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
187.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.8% lower
Commute
39.9% higher
Health
24.5% higher
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Personal
11.8% lower
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