Lexington, Massachusetts vs. Oakland, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oakland, California is 17.1% cheaper than Lexington, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $41,432 in Oakland, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Lexington, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oakland, California is cheaper than Lexington, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Oakland
than in Lexington, Massachusetts
Lexington, MA vs. Oakland, CA
Compared to Lexington, Oakland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  24.4% lower
  Commute
  22.6% higher
  Health
  30.9% higher
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  Personal
  11.1% lower
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