Cost of Living Calculator - Waltham, Massachusetts vs Waterloo, California


The cost of living in Waterloo, California is 3.1% cheaper than Waltham, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $48,458 in Waterloo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Waltham, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waterloo, California is cheaper than Waltham, Massachusetts
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
44% cheaper in Waterloo
than in Waltham, Massachusetts
Waltham, MA vs Waterloo, CA
Compared to Waltham, Waterloo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  7.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.8% lower
  Commute
  26.2% higher
  Health
  12.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.6% lower

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