Chelmsford, Massachusetts vs. Poway, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Poway, California is 31.2% more expensive than Chelmsford, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $131,208 in Poway, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chelmsford, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Poway, California is more expensive than Chelmsford, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% more expensive in Poway
than in Chelmsford, Massachusetts
Chelmsford, MA vs. Poway, CA
Compared to Chelmsford, Poway is:
  Homeowner
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  31.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.8% lower
  Commute
  18.3% higher
  Health
  1.0% higher
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  Personal
  15.8% lower
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