Rochester, New York vs. San Jose, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Jose, California is 158.4% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $413,462 in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
804% more expensive in San Jose
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Rochester, San Jose is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  158.4% 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
  16.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,235.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% lower
  Commute
  66.7% higher
  Health
  0.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% lower