Boston, Massachusetts vs. Aliso Viejo, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Aliso Viejo, California is 0.8% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $49,609 in Aliso Viejo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Aliso Viejo, California is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Miscellaneous is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Miscellaneous
18% cheaper in Aliso Viejo
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Aliso Viejo, CA
Compared to Boston, Aliso Viejo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.8% 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
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.1% lower
  Commute
  15.6% lower
  Health
  4.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.5% lower