Arlington, Massachusetts vs. Oakland, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oakland, California is 3.1% more expensive than Arlington, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $175,263 in Oakland, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oakland, California is more expensive than Arlington, Massachusetts
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
18% more expensive in Oakland
than in Arlington, Massachusetts
Arlington, MA vs. Oakland, CA
Compared to Arlington, Oakland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.2% lower
  Commute
  20.0% higher
  Health
  30.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.4% lower