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Cost of Living Calculator - Boston, Massachusetts vs Petaluma, California

The cost of living in Petaluma, California is 5.6% more expensive than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $79,205 in Petaluma, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Petaluma, California is more expensive than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% more expensive in Petaluma
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs Petaluma, CA
Compared to Boston, Petaluma is:
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  5.6% higher
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  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.1% higher
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  15.2% lower
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  14.2% lower
  Health
  23.0% higher
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  Personal
  17.7% lower
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