San Jose, California vs. Round Rock, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Round Rock, Texas is 45.8% cheaper than San Jose, California.

You would need a salary of $54,186 in Round Rock, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Round Rock, Texas is cheaper than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% cheaper in Round Rock
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Round Rock, TX
Compared to San Jose, Round Rock is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  17.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.6% higher
  Commute
  27.2% lower
  Health
  6.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.5% lower