Boston, Massachusetts vs. Compton, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Compton, California is 11.1% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $66,688 in Compton, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Compton, California is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% cheaper in Compton
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Compton, CA
Compared to Boston, Compton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  18.8% lower
  Commute
  22.1% higher
  Health
  0.6% higher
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  Personal
  19.7% lower
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