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SEATTLE vs. SAN JOSE
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Cost of Living Calculator - Seattle, Washington vs San Jose, California
The cost of living in San Jose, California is
28.1%
more expensive
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$1,857,867
in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is
more expensive
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% more expensive in San Jose
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs San Jose, CA
Compared to Seattle, San Jose is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
28.1% higher
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Food
4.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
40.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
40.7% higher
Commute
9.8% higher
Health
22.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
12.7% lower
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