Wellesley, Massachusetts vs. San Jose, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Jose, California is 8.9% cheaper than Wellesley, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $45,551 in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Wellesley, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is cheaper than Wellesley, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% cheaper in San Jose
than in Wellesley, Massachusetts
Wellesley, MA vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Wellesley, San Jose is:
  Homeowner
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  8.9% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  10.1% lower
  Commute
  24.6% higher
  Health
  20.1% higher
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  Personal
  9.8% lower
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