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BAKERSFIELD vs. SAN JOSE
Cost of Living Comparison
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Bakersfield, California vs. San Jose, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Jose, California is
107.9%
more expensive
than Bakersfield, California.
You would need a salary of
$187,137
in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Bakersfield, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is
more expensive
than Bakersfield, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
239% more expensive in San Jose
than in Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, CA vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Bakersfield, San Jose is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
107.9% higher
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Renter
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Food
14.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
313.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.3% lower
Commute
45.8% higher
Health
17.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.8% higher
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