Boston, Massachusetts vs. San Jose, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Jose, California is 40.2% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $0 in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% more expensive in San Jose
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Boston, San Jose is:
  Homeowner
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  40.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  17.1% lower
  Commute
  14.6% higher
  Health
  20.1% higher
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  Personal
  18.8% lower
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