Boston, Massachusetts vs. San Diego, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Diego, California is 4.6% more expensive than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $92,016 in San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Diego, California is more expensive than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% more expensive in San Diego
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. San Diego, CA
Compared to Boston, San Diego is:
  Homeowner
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  4.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.0% lower
  Commute
  8.8% lower
  Health
  0.8% lower
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  Personal
  18.2% lower
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