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BOSTON vs. OAKLAND
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Oakland, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Oakland, California is
15.1%
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$80,541
in Oakland, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oakland, California is
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
24% more expensive in Oakland
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Oakland, CA
Compared to Boston, Oakland is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
15.1% higher
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Renter
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Food
0.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
21.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
22.7% lower
Commute
4.6% lower
Health
30.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
13.6% lower
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