Oceanside, California vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 5.0% more expensive than Oceanside, California.

You would need a salary of $157,495 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Oceanside, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Oceanside, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
11% more expensive in Boston
than in Oceanside, California
Oceanside, CA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Oceanside, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.0% 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
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.2% higher
  Commute
  17.7% higher
  Health
  0.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.9% higher