Boston, Massachusetts vs. Elk Grove, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elk Grove, California is 10.8% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $44,589 in Elk Grove, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elk Grove, California is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% cheaper in Elk Grove
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Elk Grove, CA
Compared to Boston, Elk Grove is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.8% lower
      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
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.3% lower
  Commute
  2.9% lower
  Health
  15.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.7% lower