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OAKLAND vs. BOSTON
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Oakland, California vs. Boston, Massachusetts
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is
13.1%
cheaper
than Oakland, California.
You would need a salary of
$78,221
in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Oakland, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is
cheaper
than Oakland, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% cheaper in Boston
than in Oakland, California
Oakland, CA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Oakland, Boston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
13.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
0.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
17.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
29.3% higher
Commute
4.8% higher
Health
23.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
15.7% higher
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