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Cost of Living Calculator - Boston, Massachusetts vs Mountain View, California

The cost of living in Mountain View, California is 81.7% more expensive than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $1,453,907 in Mountain View, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mountain View, California is more expensive than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
170% more expensive in Mountain View
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs Mountain View, CA
Compared to Boston, Mountain View is:
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  81.7% higher
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  7.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  196.2% higher
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  Utilities
  24.1% lower
  Commute
  5.2% higher
  Health
  20.1% higher
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  Personal
  19.5% lower
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