Waterloo, Iowa vs. San Jose, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Jose, California is 198.6% more expensive than Waterloo, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $149,306 in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Waterloo, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is more expensive than Waterloo, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
878% more expensive in San Jose
than in Waterloo, Iowa
Waterloo, IA vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Waterloo, San Jose is:
  Homeowner
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  198.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  22.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  966.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.8% higher
  Commute
  134.8% higher
  Health
  2.8% higher
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  Personal
  9.4% higher
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