McLean, Virginia vs. San Jose, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Jose, California is 7.0% more expensive than McLean, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $96,269 in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in McLean, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is more expensive than McLean, Virginia
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
8% more expensive in San Jose
than in McLean, Virginia
Mclean, VA vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Mclean, San Jose is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% lower
  Commute
  20.3% higher
  Health
  5.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% lower