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PHILADELPHIA vs. SAN JOSE
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. San Jose, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Jose, California is
104.8%
more expensive
than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
You would need a salary of
$307,143
in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is
more expensive
than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
475% more expensive in San Jose
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Philadelphia, San Jose is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
104.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
10.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
554.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.1% lower
Commute
6.4% higher
Health
5.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
6.7% lower
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