salaryGlendale is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Jose to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,864
$3,046
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,633
$2,897
💵 Families earn per year
$79,302
$157,922
🔑 Buying a house
$387,500
$1,233,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
110.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,612
$9,393
⚡ Electric bill per month
$191
$168
👥 People living there
252,833
990,138
Commute to work
27.7 min
27.3 min
College degree
24.3%
47.3%
Own their home
57.2%
55.8%
Below poverty line
15.1%
8.1%
Unemployment
5.6%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Glendale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick San Jose for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Glendale or San Jose cheaper to live in?
Glendale is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,864 a month there versus $3,046 in San Jose.
What salary do I need in San Jose to match $60,000 in Glendale?
About $65,808 a year gives the same standard of living in San Jose.
Where do people earn more, Glendale or San Jose?
The typical household earns $79,302 in Glendale and $157,922 in San Jose, 50% more in San Jose.