Boston, Massachusetts vs. Scotts Valley, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Scotts Valley, California is 30.5% more expensive than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $97,881 in Scotts Valley, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Scotts Valley, California is more expensive than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% more expensive in Scotts Valley
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Scotts Valley, CA
Compared to Boston, Scotts Valley is:
  Homeowner
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  30.5% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  11.9% lower
  Commute
  11.2% lower
  Health
  21.7% higher
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  Personal
  18.3% lower
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