Considerations when moving from Modesto to San Jose

Cost of living: Modesto vs. San Jose

Modesto San Jose
Average rent cost $1,800 $3,095
Average home value $442,362 $1,453,657
Average income (per capita) $67,011 $83,421
Cost of living (single person) $2,312 $3,674
Cost of living (family of 4) $5,946 $8,354
Unemployment rate 8.0% 6.6%
  • Rent prices in San Jose are 72% higher than in Modesto.
  • Home prices in San Jose are 228.6% higher than in Modesto.
  • Income in San Jose is 24.5% higher than in Modesto.
  • The cost of living for a single person in San Jose is 58.9% higher than in Modesto.
  • The cost of living for a family in San Jose is 40.5% higher than in Modesto.
  • The unemployment rate in San Jose is 17.50% lower than in Modesto.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $4,767.30 in San Jose to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Modesto.

How life is different in Modesto vs. San Jose

San Jose Modesto
Population 971,233 218,464
Political leaning Democratic 73-25 Democratic 49.8-48.3
Summer high 82ยบF 94ยบF
Winter low 42ยบF 39ยบF
Annual rain 17" 13"
Annual snow 0" 0"
Crime index 47.73 65.76
  • The population of San Jose is approximately 345% greater than the population of Modesto.
  • In the last presidential election, San Jose voted Democratic and Modesto voted Democratic.
  • The average high in the summertime in San Jose is 82ยบF and in Modesto, itโ€™s 94ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, San Jose reaches the temperature of 42ยบF and Modesto gets down to 39ยบF.
  • You can expect about 17 inches of annual rainfall in San Jose vs 13 inches of rainfall in Modesto.
  • In San Jose, it snows about 0 inches annually vs 0 inches of snow in Modesto.
  • San Jose has a lower crime rate than Modesto with a crime index of 65.76 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 Modesto to San Jose?toggle

To ship furniture from Modesto to San Jose with a mover will cost between $594 and $2,583. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $1,289โ€“$3,798, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Modesto to San Jose will cost from $1,695โ€“$4,511.

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

Moving containers from Modesto to San Jose will cost you $506 to $1,115 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $860 to $1,682. A larger home will cost $1,169 to $1,991.

How much is a moving truck from Modesto 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 $101 to $152. A larger move will cost $105 to $191, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Modesto to San Jose costs from $130 to $204.

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

Ideally, you should book your move from Modesto 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 Modesto-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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