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Cost of Living Calculator - San Francisco, California vs Chelmsford, Massachusetts

The cost of living in Chelmsford, Massachusetts is 45.4% cheaper than San Francisco, California.

You would need a salary of $146,960 in Chelmsford, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in San Francisco, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chelmsford, Massachusetts is cheaper than San Francisco, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Chelmsford
than in San Francisco, California
San Francisco, CA vs Chelmsford, MA
Compared to San Francisco, Chelmsford is:
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  45.4% lower
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  7.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.1% lower
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  Utilities
  18.9% higher
  Commute
  35.1% lower
  Health
  23.3% lower
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  Personal
  3.1% higher
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