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DES PLAINES vs. SAN JOSE
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Des Plaines, Illinois vs. San Jose, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Jose, California is
103.8%
more expensive
than Des Plaines, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$144,692
in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Plaines, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is
more expensive
than Des Plaines, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
342% more expensive in San Jose
than in Des Plaines, Illinois
Des Plaines, IL vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Des Plaines, San Jose is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
103.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
17.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
302.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.9% higher
Commute
19.9% higher
Health
22.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.3% lower
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