Waltham, Massachusetts vs. Carlsbad, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carlsbad, California is 31.7% more expensive than Waltham, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $65,851 in Carlsbad, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Waltham, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carlsbad, California is more expensive than Waltham, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
93% more expensive in Carlsbad
than in Waltham, Massachusetts
Waltham, MA vs. Carlsbad, CA
Compared to Waltham, Carlsbad is:
  Homeowner
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  31.7% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  18.6% lower
  Commute
  33.1% higher
  Health
  0.2% lower
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  Personal
  15.5% lower
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