salaryBoston is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Chula Vista to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$3,112
$2,808
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,480
$2,306
💵 Families earn per year
$104,986
$116,513
🔑 Buying a house
$731,700
$758,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.3
111.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,456
$6,058
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$137
👥 People living there
666,442
276,375
Commute to work
30.3 min
28.6 min
College degree
54.9%
33.2%
Own their home
35.7%
59.8%
Below poverty line
16.6%
8.7%
Unemployment
6.1%
8%
Bottom line
- Pick Boston for cheaper homes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
- Pick Chula Vista for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Boston | Chula Vista | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $78,180 | $110,400 | +41% in Chula Vista |
| Registered Nurse | $106,180 | $139,520 | +31% in Chula Vista |
| Plumber | $96,760 | $72,510 | -25% in Chula Vista |
| Market Research Analyst | $102,390 | $79,440 | -22% in Chula Vista |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,990 | $123,790 | +21% in Chula Vista |
| Pharmacist | $139,660 | $165,130 | +18% in Chula Vista |
| Physician Assistant | $142,410 | $165,160 | +16% in Chula Vista |
| Nurse Practitioner | $147,480 | $163,860 | +11% in Chula Vista |
Frequently asked questions
Is Boston or Chula Vista cheaper to live in?
Boston is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $3,112 a month there versus $2,808 in Chula Vista.
What salary do I need in Chula Vista to match $60,000 in Boston?
About $62,007 a year gives the same standard of living in Chula Vista.
Where do people earn more, Boston or Chula Vista?
The typical household earns $104,986 in Boston and $116,513 in Chula Vista, 10% more in Chula Vista.