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SAN JOSE vs. COLUMBIA
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San Jose, California vs. Columbia, South Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbia, South Carolina is
60.7%
cheaper
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$23,581
in Columbia, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, South Carolina is
cheaper
than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% cheaper in Columbia
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Columbia, SC
Compared to San Jose, Columbia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
60.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
15.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
86.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.5% higher
Commute
49.4% lower
Health
7.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.7% lower
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