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These cities score closest to San José on climate, size, healthcare, and safety — at a meaningfully lower cost of living and rent. San José's baseline: $900/mo rent · 65 cost index.

George Town (Penang)
Malaysia · Penang
Vibe match: 108/100
33% cheaper rent · 31% lower cost of living · same climate
Rent · 1BR center
$600
Cost index
45
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Chiang Mai
Thailand · Chiang Mai
Vibe match: 103/100
56% cheaper rent · 54% lower cost of living · same climate
Rent · 1BR center
$400
Cost index
30
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Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia · WP
Vibe match: 107/100
22% cheaper rent · 23% lower cost of living · same climate
Rent · 1BR center
$700
Cost index
50
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Bangkok
Thailand · Krung Thep
Vibe match: 105/100
22% cheaper rent · 23% lower cost of living · same climate
Rent · 1BR center
$700
Cost index
50
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Cuenca
Ecuador · Azuay
Vibe match: 101/100
44% cheaper rent · 31% lower cost of living
Rent · 1BR center
$500
Cost index
45
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Pittsburgh
United States · PA
Vibe match: 100/100
17% lower cost of living
Rent · 1BR center
$1,250
Cost index
54
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