salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Huntington Beach to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$3,112
$2,987
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,480
$2,696
💵 Families earn per year
$104,986
$130,411
🔑 Buying a house
$731,700
$1,100,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.3
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,456
$6,234
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$108
👥 People living there
666,442
195,240
Commute to work
30.3 min
28.4 min
College degree
54.9%
49%
Own their home
35.7%
55.4%
Below poverty line
16.6%
7.8%
Unemployment
6.1%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Boston for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Huntington Beach for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Boston or Huntington Beach cheaper to live in?
Boston and Huntington Beach cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Huntington Beach to match $60,000 in Boston?
About $61,360 a year gives the same standard of living in Huntington Beach.
Where do people earn more, Boston or Huntington Beach?
The typical household earns $104,986 in Boston and $130,411 in Huntington Beach, 19% more in Huntington Beach.
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