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PALO_ALTO vs. BOSTON
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Cost of Living Calculator - Palo Alto, California vs Boston, Massachusetts
The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is
64.6%
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California.
You would need a salary of
$26,583
in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% cheaper in Boston
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo_Alto, CA vs Boston, MA
Compared to Palo_Alto, Boston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
64.6% lower
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10.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
79.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
29.9% higher
Commute
6.3% lower
Health
16.7% lower
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Personal
21.9% higher
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