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BOSTON vs. BERKELEY
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Berkeley, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Berkeley, California is
55.3%
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$77,673
in Berkeley, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Berkeley, California is
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
101% more expensive in Berkeley
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Berkeley, CA
Compared to Boston, Berkeley is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
55.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
2.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
98.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
21.8% lower
Commute
9.9% lower
Health
30.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
13.7% lower
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