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BOULDER vs. SAN JOSE
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Boulder, Colorado vs. San Jose, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Jose, California is
28.3%
more expensive
than Boulder, Colorado.
You would need a salary of
$179,594
in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boulder, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is
more expensive
than Boulder, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% more expensive in San Jose
than in Boulder, Colorado
Boulder, CO vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Boulder, San Jose is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
28.3% higher
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Food
6.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
35.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
4.6% higher
Commute
58.6% higher
Health
26.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.1% lower
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