Vista, California vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 4.1% more expensive than Vista, California.

You would need a salary of $26,018 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Vista, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Vista, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
10% more expensive in Boston
than in Vista, California
Vista, CA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Vista, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.1% 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
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.1% higher
  Commute
  9.0% higher
  Health
  0.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.1% higher