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BELLINGHAM vs. SAN JOSE
Cost of Living Comparison
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Bellingham, Washington vs. San Jose, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Jose, California is
74.5%
more expensive
than Bellingham, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$162,297
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:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
74.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
10.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
133.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
38.9% higher
Commute
84.1% higher
Health
10.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.1% lower
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