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SACRAMENTO vs. BOSTON
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Sacramento, California vs. Boston, Massachusetts
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is
26.2%
more expensive
than Sacramento, California.
You would need a salary of
$113,536
in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Sacramento, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is
more expensive
than Sacramento, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% more expensive in Boston
than in Sacramento, California
Sacramento, CA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Sacramento, Boston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
26.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
6.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
84.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
18.7% higher
Commute
8.9% higher
Health
13.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
21.7% higher
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