Santa Clara, California vs. Waltham, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waltham, Massachusetts is 36.5% cheaper than Santa Clara, California.

You would need a salary of $65,049 in Waltham, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Clara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waltham, Massachusetts is cheaper than Santa Clara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Waltham
than in Santa Clara, California
Santa Clara, CA vs. Waltham, MA
Compared to Santa Clara, Waltham is:
  Homeowner
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  36.5% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  39.1% higher
  Commute
  32.8% lower
  Health
  17.2% lower
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  Personal
  20.1% higher
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