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BOSTON vs. SAN RAFAEL
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. San Rafael, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Rafael, California is
41.7%
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$276,356
in San Rafael, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Rafael, California is
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
84% more expensive in San Rafael
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. San Rafael, CA
Compared to Boston, San Rafael is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
41.7% higher
Child Care
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Food
1.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
73.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
16.7% lower
Commute
9.9% lower
Health
22.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.7% lower
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