Los Altos, California vs. Williamstown, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Williamstown, Massachusetts is 78.6% cheaper than Los Altos, California.

You would need a salary of $26,738 in Williamstown, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Los Altos, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Williamstown, Massachusetts is cheaper than Los Altos, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% cheaper in Williamstown
than in Los Altos, California
Los Altos, CA vs. Williamstown, MA
Compared to Los Altos, Williamstown is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  78.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  15.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  91.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.2% higher
  Commute
  53.4% lower
  Health
  6.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% higher