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BOSTON vs. COSTA MESA
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Costa Mesa, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Costa Mesa, California is
15.9%
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$130,059
in Costa Mesa, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Costa Mesa, California is
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% more expensive in Costa Mesa
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Costa Mesa, CA
Compared to Boston, Costa Mesa is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
15.9% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
5.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
31.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
22.6% lower
Commute
19.1% lower
Health
4.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
18.4% lower
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