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Cost of Living Calculator - Modesto, California vs Boston, Massachusetts

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 33.5% more expensive than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $104,269 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Modesto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% more expensive in Boston
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs Boston, MA
Compared to Modesto, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  33.5% higher
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  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  100.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.3% higher
  Commute
  15.7% higher
  Health
  10.5% lower
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  Personal
  27.6% higher
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