Monterey, California vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 12.3% cheaper than Monterey, California.

You would need a salary of $78,937 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Monterey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is cheaper than Monterey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Boston
than in Monterey, California
Monterey, CA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Monterey, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  12.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  34.1% higher
  Commute
  43.1% higher
  Health
  37.6% lower
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  Personal
  27.4% higher
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