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

The cost of living in California City, California is 36.2% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $44,630 in California City, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, California City, California is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in California City
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs California City, CA
Compared to Boston, California City is:
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  36.2% lower
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  12.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  73.5% lower
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  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  8.0% lower
  Health
  2.1% higher
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  Personal
  20.8% lower
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