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IOWA CITY vs. SAN JOSE
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Cost of Living Calculator - Iowa City, Iowa vs San Jose, California
The cost of living in San Jose, California is
146.6%
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$677,963
in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
345% more expensive in San Jose
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs San Jose, CA
Compared to Iowa City, San Jose is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
146.6% higher
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14.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
348.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.1% higher
Commute
120.4% higher
Health
3.6% higher
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Personal
1.2% higher
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