Boston, Massachusetts vs. Santa Clarita, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Clarita, California is 3.8% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $72,115 in Santa Clarita, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Clarita, California is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
9% cheaper in Santa Clarita
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Santa Clarita, CA
Compared to Boston, Santa Clarita is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  8.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% lower
  Commute
  5.4% lower
  Health
  2.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.7% lower