salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Yonkers to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$3,046
$2,436
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,897
$2,060
💵 Families earn per year
$157,922
$90,108
🔑 Buying a house
$1,233,200
$501,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.4
107.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,393
$9,676
⚡ Electric bill per month
$168
$157
👥 People living there
990,138
209,978
Commute to work
27.3 min
35.6 min
College degree
47.3%
35.7%
Own their home
55.8%
46.2%
Below poverty line
8.1%
13.8%
Unemployment
5.1%
7.1%
Bottom line
- Pick San Jose for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Yonkers for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Frequently asked questions
Is San Jose or Yonkers cheaper to live in?
San Jose and Yonkers cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Yonkers to match $60,000 in San Jose?
About $58,641 a year gives the same standard of living in Yonkers.
Where do people earn more, San Jose or Yonkers?
The typical household earns $157,922 in San Jose and $90,108 in Yonkers, 75% more in San Jose.