Palm Springs, California vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 14.6% more expensive than Palm Springs, California.

You would need a salary of $114,649 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Palm Springs, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Palm Springs, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
6% more expensive in Boston
than in Palm Springs, California
Palm Springs, CA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Palm Springs, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  14.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.5% higher
  Commute
  1.3% higher
  Health
  2.7% higher
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  Personal
  22.8% higher
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