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Cost of Living Calculator - Bellingham, Washington vs San Jose, California

The cost of living in San Jose, California is 74.5% more expensive than Bellingham, Washington.

You would need a salary of $610,741 in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Bellingham, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is more expensive than Bellingham, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
95% more expensive in San Jose
than in Bellingham, Washington
Bellingham, WA vs San Jose, CA
Compared to Bellingham, San Jose is:
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  74.5% higher
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  10.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  133.4% higher
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  Utilities
  38.9% higher
  Commute
  84.1% higher
  Health
  10.8% higher
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  Personal
  3.1% lower
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