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ALLENTOWN vs. BOSTON
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Allentown, Pennsylvania vs. Boston, Massachusetts
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is
64.9%
more expensive
than Allentown, Pennsylvania.
You would need a salary of
$82,473
in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is
more expensive
than Allentown, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
171% more expensive in Boston
than in Allentown, Pennsylvania
Allentown, PA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Allentown, Boston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
64.9% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
10.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
352.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.1% higher
Commute
31.3% higher
Health
12.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
25.1% higher
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