Meridian, Idaho vs. San Jose, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Jose, California is 81.4% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $136,076 in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
143% more expensive in San Jose
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Meridian, San Jose is:
  Homeowner
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  81.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  21.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  210.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.2% higher
  Commute
  67.0% higher
  Health
  7.4% higher
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  Personal
  7.9% higher
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