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RALEIGH vs. SAN JOSE
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Raleigh, North Carolina vs. San Jose, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Jose, California is
110.0%
more expensive
than Raleigh, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$209,961
in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is
more expensive
than Raleigh, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
177% more expensive in San Jose
than in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, NC vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Raleigh, San Jose is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
110.0% higher
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Food
13.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
266.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.3% lower
Commute
70.4% higher
Health
13.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
6.8% higher
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