Cost of Living in San Jose, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
252.6
100 = national avg
+152.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$111,147
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$262,711
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food158.2
Transportation148.5
Healthcare146.6
Utilities194.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,982
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,483
per month
The overall cost of living index in San Jose is 252.6, which is 152.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $111,147 per year to cover basic expenses.