Williamstown, Massachusetts vs. Arcata, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arcata, California is 7.2% more expensive than Williamstown, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $58,979 in Arcata, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Williamstown, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arcata, California is more expensive than Williamstown, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Arcata
than in Williamstown, Massachusetts
Williamstown, MA vs. Arcata, CA
Compared to Williamstown, Arcata is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% higher
      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
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.7% lower
  Commute
  24.7% higher
  Health
  17.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower