Santa Clara, California vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 34.8% cheaper than Santa Clara, California.

You would need a salary of $134,413 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Clara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is cheaper than Santa Clara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Boston
than in Santa Clara, California
Santa Clara, CA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Santa Clara, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  34.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  35.8% higher
  Commute
  6.2% lower
  Health
  16.7% lower
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  Personal
  23.4% higher
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