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BOSTON vs. PASADENA
Cost of Living Comparison
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Pasadena, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Pasadena, California is
21.1%
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$169,570
in Pasadena, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pasadena, California is
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in Pasadena
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Pasadena, CA
Compared to Boston, Pasadena is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
21.1% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
6.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
35.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.5% lower
Commute
18.0% higher
Health
3.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
19.7% lower
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