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Cost of Living Calculator - Walnut Creek, California vs Boston, Massachusetts

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 22.4% cheaper than Walnut Creek, California.

You would need a salary of $193,883 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Walnut Creek, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is cheaper than Walnut Creek, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Boston
than in Walnut Creek, California
Walnut Creek, CA vs Boston, MA
Compared to Walnut Creek, Boston is:
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  22.4% lower
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  Food
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.8% higher
  Commute
  3.4% higher
  Health
  25.9% lower
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  Personal
  16.8% higher
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