Santa Clarita, California vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 4.0% more expensive than Santa Clarita, California.

You would need a salary of $52,000 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Clarita, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Santa Clarita, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
10% more expensive in Boston
than in Santa Clarita, California
Santa Clarita, CA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Santa Clarita, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.0% 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
  9.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.7% higher
  Commute
  5.7% higher
  Health
  2.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.1% higher