Cost of Living in San Jose, CA

San Jose's cost of living index is 214 114% more expensive than the national average. California has a state income tax and a statewide COL index of 142.

COL Index

214

100 = national avg

Monthly Budget

$10,700

vs $5,000 national

Population

1.0M

Metro area

State Tax

Yes

California

Monthly Cost Breakdown

Estimated monthly costs in San Jose vs national average for a typical household.

CategoryNational AvgSan JoseDifference
Housing$1,650$4,472+$2,822
Groceries$650$1,243+$593
Transportation$800$1,621+$821
Healthcare$400$719+$319
Utilities$300$642+$342
Other$1,200$2,294+$1,094
Total$5,000$10,700+$5,700

Salary Equivalent

To maintain the same standard of living in San Jose, a national-average salary translates to:

$50,000 nationally

$107,000

$75,000 nationally

$160,500

$100,000 nationally

$214,000

$150,000 nationally

$321,000

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