MoveCostGuide

Moving to San Jose, CA

City Overview

Cost of Living

138

Avg Temperature

50°–72°F

State Income Tax

13.3%

Population

1.0M

The unofficial capital of Silicon Valley runs on tech money and ambition. Housing costs are staggering, but salaries match. The weather is mild, the Vietnamese food is outstanding, and the suburban sprawl is real.

Willow GlenRose GardenJapantownSantana RowAlmaden Valley

Average Moving Costs to San Jose

Estimated costs for a 2-bedroom move from the top 10 US cities by population.

FromDistanceFull-ServiceDIY
New York, NY2,549 mi$3,692$5,810$2,229$3,628
Los Angeles, CA305 mi$2,354$3,647$960$2,052
Chicago, IL1,838 mi$3,169$4,993$1,828$3,128
Houston, TX1,608 mi$3,007$4,737$1,698$2,966
Phoenix, AZ614 mi$2,465$3,846$1,135$2,268
Philadelphia, PA2,499 mi$3,552$5,612$2,201$3,592
San Antonio, TX1,451 mi$2,906$4,576$1,608$2,857
San Diego, CA416 mi$2,406$3,736$1,023$2,129
Dallas, TX1,449 mi$2,934$4,611$1,608$2,855
Austin, TX1,465 mi$2,956$4,644$1,616$2,867

Neighborhoods in San Jose

Willow Glen

A popular neighborhood in San Jose, CA for newcomers and residents alike.

Rose Garden

A popular neighborhood in San Jose, CA for newcomers and residents alike.

Japantown

A popular neighborhood in San Jose, CA for newcomers and residents alike.

Santana Row

A popular neighborhood in San Jose, CA for newcomers and residents alike.

Almaden Valley

A popular neighborhood in San Jose, CA for newcomers and residents alike.

Cost of Living in San Jose

138

Cost of Living Index

38% above the national average of 100

Index: 100 = national average. Scale capped at 150.

Avg 1BR Rent

$2,800/mo

Avg 2BR Rent

$3,500/mo

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