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SANTA MONICA vs. SAN JOSE
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Santa Monica, California vs. San Jose, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Jose, California is
20.9%
cheaper
than Santa Monica, California.
You would need a salary of
$39,537
in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Monica, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is
cheaper
than Santa Monica, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% cheaper in San Jose
than in Santa Monica, California
Santa Monica, CA vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Santa Monica, San Jose is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
20.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
40.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
19.8% higher
Commute
2.5% lower
Health
19.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.9% higher
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