salaryBoston is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Boston to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,566
$3,112
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,395
$2,480
💵 Families earn per year
$102,702
$104,986
🔑 Buying a house
$831,200
$731,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
108.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,363
$4,456
⚡ Electric bill per month
$152
$113
👥 People living there
344,521
666,442
Commute to work
27.4 min
30.3 min
College degree
29.7%
54.9%
Own their home
46.2%
35.7%
Below poverty line
12.4%
16.6%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Anaheim for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 2 more.
- Pick Boston for higher incomes, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anaheim | Boston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $71,110 | $96,760 | +36% in Boston |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $78,180 | -36% in Boston |
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $73,990 | -25% in Boston |
| Market Research Analyst | $82,990 | $102,390 | +23% in Boston |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $106,180 | -22% in Boston |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $101,990 | -17% in Boston |
| Physician Assistant | $161,890 | $142,410 | -12% in Boston |
| Pharmacist | $157,440 | $139,660 | -11% in Boston |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anaheim or Boston cheaper to live in?
Boston is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $3,112 a month there versus $2,566 in Anaheim.
What salary do I need in Boston to match $60,000 in Anaheim?
About $57,200 a year gives the same standard of living in Boston.
Where do people earn more, Anaheim or Boston?
The typical household earns $102,702 in Anaheim and $104,986 in Boston, 2% more in Boston.