Redmond, Washington vs. San Jose, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Jose, California is 11.2% more expensive than Redmond, Washington.

You would need a salary of $144,594 in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Redmond, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is more expensive than Redmond, Washington
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
21% more expensive in San Jose
than in Redmond, Washington
Redmond, WA vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Redmond, San Jose is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.2% 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
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  35.8% higher
  Commute
  18.1% higher
  Health
  22.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.5% lower