United States
Cost of Living in San Jose, CA
Monthly Total
$5,474
$95,795
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$3,134
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$78
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$3,134
$54,845
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$328
$5,740
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$241
$4,218
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$300
$5,250
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$570
$9,975
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$380
$6,650
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$451
$7,893
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$70
$1,225
Monthly Total
$5,474
$95,795
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