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SAN JOSE vs. COLUMBIA
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San Jose, California vs. Columbia, Maryland
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbia, Maryland is
45.0%
cheaper
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$27,512
in Columbia, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Maryland is
cheaper
than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Columbia
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Columbia, MD
Compared to San Jose, Columbia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
45.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
8.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
65.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.3% higher
Commute
28.5% lower
Health
19.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
13.4% higher
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