Boston, Massachusetts vs. Novato, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Novato, California is 23.5% more expensive than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $61,767 in Novato, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Novato, California is more expensive than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% more expensive in Novato
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Novato, CA
Compared to Boston, Novato is:
  Homeowner
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  23.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  18.3% lower
  Commute
  5.6% lower
  Health
  22.7% higher
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  Personal
  1.9% lower
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