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ARLINGTON vs. SAN JOSE
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Arlington, Virginia vs. San Jose, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Jose, California is
33.0%
more expensive
than Arlington, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$99,783
in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is
more expensive
than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% more expensive in San Jose
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Arlington, San Jose is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
33.0% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
47.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.5% lower
Commute
23.3% higher
Health
7.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
10.4% lower
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