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DETROIT vs. SAN JOSE
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Detroit, Michigan vs. San Jose, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Jose, California is
142.4%
more expensive
than Detroit, Michigan.
You would need a salary of
$181,793
in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is
more expensive
than Detroit, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1554% more expensive in San Jose
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Detroit, San Jose is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
142.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
27.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
1,770.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.9% higher
Commute
15.3% lower
Health
31.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
8.2% higher
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