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BOSTON vs. SAN FRANCISCO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
59.1%
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$114,524
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
88% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Boston, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
59.1% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
4.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
128.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
16.5% lower
Commute
20.0% higher
Health
28.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
6.7% lower
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