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AUSTIN vs. SAN JOSE
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Austin, Texas vs. San Jose, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Jose, California is
66.2%
more expensive
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$137,906
in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is
more expensive
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
105% more expensive in San Jose
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Austin, San Jose is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
66.2% higher
Child Care
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Food
17.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
171.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.3% lower
Commute
37.4% higher
Health
6.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.4% higher
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