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Cost of Living Calculator - Plainsboro, New Jersey vs San Jose, California

The cost of living in San Jose, California is 55.5% more expensive than Plainsboro, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $209,878 in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Plainsboro, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is more expensive than Plainsboro, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% more expensive in San Jose
than in Plainsboro, New Jersey
Plainsboro, NJ vs San Jose, CA
Compared to Plainsboro, San Jose is:
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  55.5% higher
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  5.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  124.0% higher
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  Utilities
  15.2% lower
  Commute
  4.2% higher
  Health
  9.0% higher
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  Personal
  7.1% lower
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