Cost of Living Calculator - Needham, Massachusetts vs San Jose, California


The cost of living in San Jose, California is 6.1% more expensive than Needham, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $79,621 in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Needham, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is more expensive than Needham, Massachusetts
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
7% more expensive in San Jose
than in Needham, Massachusetts
Needham, MA vs San Jose, CA
Compared to Needham, San Jose is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% lower
  Commute
  22.3% higher
  Health
  20.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.1% lower

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