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SAN JOSE vs. HOUSTON
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San Jose, California vs. Houston, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
55.6%
cheaper
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$413,065
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas 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 Houston
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to San Jose, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
55.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
13.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
81.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.3% lower
Commute
21.2% lower
Health
11.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.2% lower
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