Cost of Living Calculator - Boston, Massachusetts vs Vista, California


The cost of living in Vista, California is 3.9% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $87,445 in Vista, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Vista, California is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
9% cheaper in Vista
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs Vista, CA
Compared to Boston, Vista is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.9% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.1% lower
  Commute
  8.3% lower
  Health
  0.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.1% lower

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