Chico, California vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 34.0% more expensive than Chico, California.

You would need a salary of $100,480 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Chico, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Chico, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in Boston
than in Chico, California
Chico, CA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Chico, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  34.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.4% higher
  Commute
  55.2% higher
  Health
  25.7% lower
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  Personal
  26.2% higher
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