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BOSTON vs. SAN DIEGO
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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
$993,230
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
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
4.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
7.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.0% lower
Commute
8.8% lower
Health
0.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
18.2% lower
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