Seaside, California vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 6.3% more expensive than Seaside, California.

You would need a salary of $53,153 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Seaside, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Seaside, California
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
48% more expensive in Boston
than in Seaside, California
Seaside, CA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Seaside, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.3% 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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.1% higher
  Commute
  33.7% higher
  Health
  37.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.3% higher