Athens, Ohio vs. Malden, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Malden, Massachusetts is 74.2% more expensive than Athens, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $78,382 in Malden, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Athens, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Malden, Massachusetts is more expensive than Athens, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
187% more expensive in Malden
than in Athens, Ohio
Athens, OH vs. Malden, MA
Compared to Athens, Malden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  74.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  160.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% higher
  Commute
  95.5% higher
  Health
  0.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  36.6% higher