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PHOENIX vs. SAN JOSE
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Phoenix, Arizona vs. San Jose, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Jose, California is
97.8%
more expensive
than Phoenix, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$445,032
in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is
more expensive
than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
186% more expensive in San Jose
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Phoenix, San Jose is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
97.8% higher
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Food
16.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
319.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.9% lower
Commute
28.1% higher
Health
16.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.7% higher
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