Boston, Massachusetts vs. Palm Springs, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palm Springs, California is 12.8% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $61,056 in Palm Springs, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Springs, California is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% cheaper in Palm Springs
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Palm Springs, CA
Compared to Boston, Palm Springs is:
  Homeowner
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  12.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.5% lower
  Commute
  1.3% lower
  Health
  2.7% lower
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  Personal
  18.6% lower
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