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BOSTON vs. SANTA MONICA
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Santa Monica, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is
77.2%
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$310,186
in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
152% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Boston, Santa Monica is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
77.2% higher
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Food
0.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
181.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
30.8% lower
Commute
17.5% higher
Health
0.6% higher
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Personal
19.5% lower
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