Boston, Massachusetts vs. Fresno, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fresno, California is 32.7% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $35,690 in Fresno, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fresno, California is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Fresno
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Fresno, CA
Compared to Boston, Fresno is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  22.8% lower
  Health
  3.8% higher
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  Personal
  22.4% lower
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