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SAN JOSE vs. ALEXANDRIA
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San Jose, California vs. Alexandria, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is
34.7%
cheaper
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$32,628
in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is
cheaper
than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Alexandria
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to San Jose, Alexandria is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
34.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
46.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.5% higher
Commute
14.7% lower
Health
5.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.1% higher
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