Here's what it costs to live in San Jose, California, based on the latest US government data. Renters pay a median of $2,617 per month, while the typical home is valued around $1,187,800. Households earn a median of $141,565 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. Air quality is moderate, with an average AQI of 52. The figures below cover housing, local wages by occupation, demographics, and air quality, all drawn from the US Census Bureau, BEA, HUD, and EPA.
Median Household Income
$141,565
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$2,617
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$1,187,800
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
N/A
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
Studio FMR
$2,621
HUD Fair Market Rent
1BR Fair Market Rent
$2,982
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
$3,483
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
$4,602
HUD FMR
HUD Fair Market Rent = 40th percentile gross rent · FY2024
State Income Tax
13.30%
Top marginal rate
State Sales Tax
7.25%
Statewide base rate (local add-ons may apply)
Source: Tax Foundation (2024)
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| 💻Software Developer | N/A |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | N/A |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | N/A |
| ⚡Electrician | N/A |
| 📊Accountant | N/A |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
990,054
Latest estimate
Median Age
38.1 yrs
Census ACS
Average AQI
52.0
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for San Jose?
The cost of living index for San Jose is not yet available in our database.
What is the median rent in San Jose?
The median gross rent in San Jose is $2,617 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in San Jose?
The median household income in San Jose is $141,565 per year.
What is the median home value in San Jose?
The median home value in San Jose is $1,187,800 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in San Jose?
San Jose has an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 52.0, which is rated "Moderate" by the EPA. Lower AQI values indicate cleaner air.
What are the taxes like in San Jose?
California has a top state income tax rate of 13.30% and a statewide sales tax of 7.25% (local rates may add to this). Source: Tax Foundation, 2024.
Data last updated: December 1, 2024 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, EPA AirNow, Tax Foundation · Methodology