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SAN JOSE vs. BAKERSFIELD
Cost of Living Comparison
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San Jose, California vs. Bakersfield, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Bakersfield, California is
51.9%
cheaper
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$48
in Bakersfield, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bakersfield, California is
cheaper
than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Bakersfield
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Bakersfield, CA
Compared to San Jose, Bakersfield is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
51.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
12.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
75.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
15.4% higher
Commute
31.4% lower
Health
14.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.8% lower
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