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WALTHAM vs. SAN DIEGO
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Waltham, Massachusetts vs. San Diego, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Diego, California is
7.5%
more expensive
than Waltham, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$80,630
in San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Waltham, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Diego, California is
more expensive
than Waltham, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% more expensive in San Diego
than in Waltham, Massachusetts
Waltham, MA vs. San Diego, CA
Compared to Waltham, San Diego is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
7.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
2.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
11.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
14.0% lower
Commute
27.3% higher
Health
0.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
15.9% lower
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