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MERCED vs. BOSTON
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Merced, California vs. Boston, Massachusetts
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is
45.0%
more expensive
than Merced, California.
You would need a salary of
$72,495
in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Merced, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is
more expensive
than Merced, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% more expensive in Boston
than in Merced, California
Merced, CA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Merced, Boston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
45.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
12.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
132.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.9% higher
Commute
30.4% higher
Health
26.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
33.6% higher
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