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SALEM vs. SAN JOSE
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Salem, Oregon vs. San Jose, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Jose, California is
110.0%
more expensive
than Salem, Oregon.
You would need a salary of
$174,268
in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is
more expensive
than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
196% more expensive in San Jose
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Salem, San Jose is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
110.0% higher
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Food
13.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
255.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
22.1% higher
Commute
57.1% higher
Health
16.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
9.9% higher
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