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BOSTON vs. ARCATA
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Arcata, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Arcata, California is
29.5%
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$35,267
in Arcata, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arcata, California is
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% cheaper in Arcata
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Arcata, CA
Compared to Boston, Arcata is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
29.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
8.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
46.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
24.3% lower
Commute
38.4% lower
Health
31.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
22.2% lower
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