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


The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 2.4% more expensive than Carson, California.

You would need a salary of $51,202 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Carson, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Carson, California
• Utilities are the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
27% more expensive in Boston
than in Carson, California
Carson, CA vs Boston, MA
Compared to Carson, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  9.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.7% higher
  Commute
  14.5% lower
  Health
  3.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.3% higher

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