San Jose, California vs. Jersey City, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jersey City, New Jersey is 32.8% cheaper than San Jose, California.

You would need a salary of $60,447 in Jersey City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jersey City, New Jersey is cheaper than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Jersey City
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Jersey City, NJ
Compared to San Jose, Jersey City is:
  Homeowner
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  32.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  15.6% higher
  Commute
  1.8% higher
  Health
  7.5% lower
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  Personal
  2.7% higher
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