Considerations when moving from Anaheim to San Jose

Cost of living: Anaheim vs. San Jose

Anaheim San Jose
Average rent cost $2,550 $3,095
Average home value $924,742 $1,453,657
Average income (per capita) $88,538 $83,421
Cost of living (single person) $5,451 $3,674
Cost of living (family of 4) $11,381 $8,354
Unemployment rate 4.1% 6.6%
  • Rent prices in San Jose are 21% higher than in Anaheim.
  • Home prices in San Jose are 57.2% higher than in Anaheim.
  • Income in San Jose is 5.8% lower than in Anaheim.
  • The cost of living for a single person in San Jose is 32.6% lower than in Anaheim.
  • The cost of living for a family in San Jose is 26.6% lower than in Anaheim.
  • The unemployment rate in San Jose is 60.98% higher than in Anaheim.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,022.01 in San Jose to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Anaheim.

How life is different in Anaheim vs. San Jose

San Jose Anaheim
Population 971,233 346,824
Political leaning Democratic 73-25 Democratic 51-46
Summer high 82ยบF 84ยบF
Winter low 42ยบF 46ยบF
Annual rain 17" 14"
Annual snow 0" 0"
Crime index 47.73 53.18
  • The population of San Jose is approximately 180% greater than the population of Anaheim.
  • In the last presidential election, San Jose voted Democratic and Anaheim voted Democratic.
  • The average high in the summertime in San Jose is 82ยบF and in Anaheim, itโ€™s 84ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, San Jose reaches the temperature of 42ยบF and Anaheim gets down to 46ยบF.
  • You can expect about 17 inches of annual rainfall in San Jose vs 14 inches of rainfall in Anaheim.
  • In San Jose, it snows about 0 inches annually vs 0 inches of snow in Anaheim.
  • San Jose has a lower crime rate than Anaheim with a crime index of 53.18 vs 47.73.

Things to do in San Jose

Whether you prefer to be in the great outdoors, soak up some culture, or catch a live game, San Jose has plenty to offer:

Museums in San Josetoggle

  • Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum
  • Children's Discovery Museum
  • The Tech Interactive
  • San Jose Museum of Art
  • New Almaden Mercury Mining Museum
  • Japanese American Resource Center/Museum
  • History San Jose
  • Ira F. Brilliant Center for Beethoven Studies
  • San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles
  • Mexican Heritage Plaza
  • San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art
  • American Firearms Museum
  • California Trolley and Railroad Corporation
  • Anno Domini Gallery
  • Movimiento de Arte y Cultura Latino Americana

Parks in San Josetoggle

  • Almaden Quicksilver County Park
  • Alum Rock Park
  • Emma Prusch Farm Park
  • Plaza de Cesar Chavez Park
  • Joseph D. Grant County Park
  • Rotary Playgarden
  • Monopoly in the Park
  • Santa Teresa County Park
  • Martial Cottle Park
  • Guadalupe River Park
  • Kelley Park
  • Overfelt Gardens
  • Lake Cunningham Park
  • Hellyer County Park
  • Saint James Park

Sports Teams in San Josetoggle

  • San Jose Barracuda (AHL)
  • San Jose Earthquakes (MLS)
  • San Jose Giants (California League)
  • San Jose Sharks (NHL)

Universities in San Josetoggle

  • San Jose State University
  • San Jose City College
  • Evergreen Valley College
  • International Technological University
  • WestMed College
  • Cogswell College

FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a professional moving company from Anaheim to San Jose?toggle

To ship furniture from Anaheim to San Jose with a mover will cost between $1,139 and $3,472. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $2,066โ€“$5,906, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Anaheim to San Jose will cost from $3,378โ€“$7,997.

How much are moving container companies from Anaheim to San Jose?toggle

Moving containers from Anaheim to San Jose will cost you $750 to $1,813 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,332 to $2,517. A larger home will cost $1,889 to $3,435.

How much is a moving truck from Anaheim to San Jose?toggle

Renting a moving truck is usually the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor; these estimates include the estimated fuel cost:

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $413 to $732. A larger move will cost $454 to $887, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Anaheim to San Jose costs from $556 to $1,039.

How far in advance should I book Anaheim-to-San Jose movers?toggle

Ideally, you should book your move from Anaheim to San Jose at least two months in advance. If youโ€™re moving during the busy summer months, itโ€™s best to book your movers at least three months ahead of your move. The sooner you reserve your Anaheim-to-San Jose movers, the better the chance youโ€™ll get the most affordable rates and secure the exact moving date you need. Some movers even offer early-bird discounts for advance reservations.

What time of year is the cheapest to move to San Jose?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to San Jose is between early October and late April. This period of time is outside of the moving industryโ€™s peak season (Mayโ€“September), which means demand โ€” and therefore pricing โ€” will typically be lower. A majority of all U.S. moves happen between May and August, so staying outside the busy summer months will help you save money.

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