Boston, Massachusetts vs. Oakland, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oakland, California is 15.1% more expensive than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $80,541 in Oakland, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oakland, California is more expensive than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
24% more expensive in Oakland
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Oakland, CA
Compared to Boston, Oakland is:
  Homeowner
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  15.1% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  22.7% lower
  Commute
  4.6% lower
  Health
  30.2% higher
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  Personal
  13.6% lower
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