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San Jose, CA

As the largest city in the Bay Area, San Jose is home to top-notch schools, affordable neighborhoods and several shopping districts. The city features a fun cultural scene that includes the California Theatre and the San Jose Repertory Theatre, and also offers a variety of outdoor activities. San Jose was named one of Livability.com's Top 10 Cities for College Grads.

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Affordable Places To Live In San Jose

Median Household Income
$107,185
Median Home Value
$865,898
Housing Affordability Index
62
Percent of Adult Population with 401(k)
16.80%

 

Education & Career Opportunities In San Jose

Unemployment Rate
4.80%
Percent of Population With Bachelor's Degree or Higher
43.60%
Percent of Population in the Workforce
69.40%
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Food Scene in San Jose

44.80%
Percent of Adults Drank Beer in Last 6 Months
Restaurants per Capita
22.80
Percent of Adults who Dined Out
52.00%
Average Annual Spending on Lunch Out
$1,815.00

Love Where You Live In San Jose

Volunteerism Rate
16.80%
Adults Volunteered for Charitable Organization
Voting
48.30%
Of Adults Voted in Last Election
Local Participation
4.80%
Adults Served on a Local Committee
Diversity Index
83.60
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Health in San Jose

92.60%
Of Population Has Health Insurance
15.00%
Of Population Jogged in the Past Year
Hospitals per Capita
0.20
32.90%
Of Households Used Organic Food in Last 6 Months
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Where to Live Now In San Jose

Average Mortgage Amount
$1,532.40
Median Rent
$1,728
56.30%
Of Homes Owned
43.70%
Of Homes Rented
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Experiences & Adventures In San Jose

10.00%
Of Population Went to Art Gallery Last Year
11.70%
Of Population Attended Live Theater Last Year
11.80%
Of Population Went to a Zoo Last Year
16.80%
Of Population Attended a Sporting Event Last Year
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