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SAN JOSE vs. GRAND RAPIDS
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San Jose, California vs. Grand Rapids, Michigan
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Grand Rapids, Michigan is
58.4%
cheaper
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$66,605
in Grand Rapids, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Rapids, Michigan is
cheaper
than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Grand Rapids
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Grand Rapids, MI
Compared to San Jose, Grand Rapids is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
58.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
16.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
83.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.2% higher
Commute
37.0% lower
Health
24.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.8% lower
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