Portola Valley, California vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 72.1% cheaper than Portola Valley, California.

You would need a salary of $13,971 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Portola Valley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is cheaper than Portola Valley, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% cheaper in Boston
than in Portola Valley, California
Portola Valley, CA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Portola Valley, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  72.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  85.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  19.4% higher
  Commute
  9.8% lower
  Health
  23.6% lower
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  Personal
  8.3% higher
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