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SAN MATEO vs. BOSTON
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San Mateo, California vs. Boston, Massachusetts
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is
38.8%
cheaper
than San Mateo, California.
You would need a salary of
$136,478
in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in San Mateo, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is
cheaper
than San Mateo, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Boston
than in San Mateo, California
San Mateo, CA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to San Mateo, Boston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
38.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
4.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
57.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
27.1% higher
Commute
8.1% lower
Health
23.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
7.9% higher
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