Moving from San Jose, CA to San Francisco, 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 Francisco compares to San Jose
San Jose's median home value is $1,149,600 — 15% lower than San Francisco's $1,348,700.
Median household income is $136,010 in San Jose versus $136,689 in San Francisco.
Typical rent runs $2,526 in San Jose and $2,316 in San Francisco.
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 Jose, CA | San Francisco, CA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,001,176 | 851,036 |
| Median home value | $1,149,600 | $1,348,700 |
| Median household income | $136,010 | $136,689 |
| Median gross rent | $2,526 | $2,316 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Very High | Very High |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.