Boston vs San Diego

Cost of living comparison — which city stretches your money further?

Boston

United States

141cost index

Boston is 41% more expensive than the US average.

More Affordable
San Diego

United States

130cost index

San Diego is 30% more expensive than the US average.

Price Difference

8.5%

Boston is 8.5% pricier than San Diego

Salary Equivalent

1.08x

$1,000 in San Diego = $1085 in Boston

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