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SAN MATEO vs. SAN JOSE
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Cost of Living Calculator - San Mateo, California vs San Jose, California
The cost of living in San Jose, California is
14.2%
cheaper
than San Mateo, California.
You would need a salary of
$64,353
in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Mateo, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is
cheaper
than San Mateo, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% cheaper in San Jose
than in San Mateo, California
San Mateo, CA vs San Jose, CA
Compared to San Mateo, San Jose is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
14.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
2.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
28.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.3% higher
Commute
5.3% higher
Health
8.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
12.4% lower
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