Moving from San Francisco, CA to San Jose, CA
Straight-line distance: 73 miles.
| Home size | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1-bedroom | $511 – $776 |
| 2-3 bedroom | $1,619 – $2,446 |
| 4+ bedroom house | $3,029 – $4,569 |
Estimates based on typical per-mile and per-room moving-industry rates; actual quotes vary by mover, season, and access. Not a quote from any specific company.
How San Jose compares to San Francisco
San Francisco's median home value is $1,348,700 — 17% higher than San Jose's $1,149,600.
Median household income is $136,689 in San Francisco versus $136,010 in San Jose.
Typical rent runs $2,316 in San Francisco and $2,526 in San Jose.
Housing costs are mixed: San Jose, CA has the lower median home value while San Francisco, CA has lower median rent. This reflects housing only, not total cost of living.
| Metric | San Francisco, CA | San Jose, CA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 851,036 | 1,001,176 |
| Median home value | $1,348,700 | $1,149,600 |
| Median household income | $136,689 | $136,010 |
| Median gross rent | $2,316 | $2,526 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Very High | Very High |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.