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SAN JOSE vs. CHARLOTTE
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San Jose, California vs. Charlotte, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Charlotte, North Carolina is
53.6%
cheaper
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$83,470
in Charlotte, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charlotte, North Carolina is
cheaper
than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Charlotte
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Charlotte, NC
Compared to San Jose, Charlotte is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
53.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
12.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
77.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.5% higher
Commute
35.3% lower
Health
11.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.2% lower
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