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 $131,714 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
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  33.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.5% lower
  Commute
  23.3% higher
  Health
  7.1% higher
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  Personal
  10.4% lower
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