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Cost of Living Calculator - Somerville, Massachusetts vs San Jose, California

The cost of living in San Jose, California is 31.4% more expensive than Somerville, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $107,793 in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Somerville, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is more expensive than Somerville, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in San Jose
than in Somerville, Massachusetts
Somerville, MA vs San Jose, CA
Compared to Somerville, San Jose is:
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  31.4% higher
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  0.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.7% higher
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  Utilities
  15.3% lower
  Commute
  41.5% higher
  Health
  20.7% higher
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  Personal
  15.8% lower
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