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BOSTON vs. SANTA CLARA
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Santa Clara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Clara, California is
53.3%
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$429,126
in Santa Clara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Clara, California is
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
119% more expensive in Santa Clara
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Santa Clara, CA
Compared to Boston, Santa Clara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
53.3% higher
Child Care
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Food
4.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
114.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
26.4% lower
Commute
6.6% higher
Health
20.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
19.0% lower
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