Cost of Living Calculator - Atascadero, California vs Boston, Massachusetts


The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 10.4% more expensive than Atascadero, California.

You would need a salary of $55,220 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Atascadero, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Atascadero, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
36% more expensive in Boston
than in Atascadero, California
Atascadero, CA vs Boston, MA
Compared to Atascadero, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.4% higher
      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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.1% higher
  Commute
  36.2% higher
  Health
  17.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.0% higher

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