Castro Valley, California vs. Needham, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Needham, Massachusetts is 4.7% more expensive than Castro Valley, California.

You would need a salary of $125,643 in Needham, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Castro Valley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Needham, Massachusetts is more expensive than Castro Valley, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% more expensive in Needham
than in Castro Valley, California
Castro Valley, CA vs. Needham, MA
Compared to Castro Valley, Needham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.7% 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
  4.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.1% higher
  Commute
  1.6% lower
  Health
  23.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% higher