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SAN JOSE vs. BOSTON
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San Jose, California vs. Boston, Massachusetts
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is
28.7%
cheaper
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$40,669
in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is
cheaper
than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in Boston
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to San Jose, Boston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
28.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
39.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
20.7% higher
Commute
12.7% lower
Health
16.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
23.2% higher
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