Newton, Massachusetts vs. San Jose, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Jose, California is 3.4% more expensive than Newton, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $51,708 in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Newton, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is more expensive than Newton, Massachusetts
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
51% more expensive in San Jose
than in Newton, Massachusetts
Newton, MA vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Newton, San Jose is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.4% 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
  3.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.8% lower
  Commute
  51.9% higher
  Health
  20.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.2% lower