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SAN JOSE vs. OAKLAND
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San Jose, California vs. Oakland, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Oakland, California is
17.9%
cheaper
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$87,840
in Oakland, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oakland, California is
cheaper
than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% cheaper in Oakland
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Oakland, CA
Compared to San Jose, Oakland is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
17.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
27.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.7% lower
Commute
16.7% lower
Health
8.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
6.5% higher
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