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CALIFORNIA vs. BOSTON
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California, Maryland vs. Boston, Massachusetts
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is
49.5%
more expensive
than California, Maryland.
You would need a salary of
$104,659
in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in California, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is
more expensive
than California, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
93% more expensive in Boston
than in California, Maryland
California, MD vs. Boston, MA
Compared to California, Boston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
49.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
4.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
135.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.6% higher
Commute
39.9% higher
Health
10.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
20.7% higher
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