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CHICAGO vs. SAN JOSE
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Chicago, Illinois vs. San Jose, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Jose, California is
100.2%
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$178,730
in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
316% more expensive in San Jose
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Chicago, San Jose is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
100.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
17.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
337.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.3% higher
Commute
9.0% higher
Health
22.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.3% lower
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