Cost of Living Calculator - Douglas, Massachusetts vs Arcata, California


The cost of living in Arcata, California is 10.0% cheaper than Douglas, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $45,008 in Arcata, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Douglas, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arcata, California is cheaper than Douglas, Massachusetts
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
26% cheaper in Arcata
than in Douglas, Massachusetts
Douglas, MA vs Arcata, CA
Compared to Douglas, Arcata is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.0% lower
      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
  5.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.1% lower
  Commute
  26.8% lower
  Health
  22.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.8% lower

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