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BOSTON vs. ALLENTOWN
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Allentown, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Allentown, Pennsylvania is
39.4%
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$60,626
in Allentown, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Allentown, Pennsylvania is
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% cheaper in Allentown
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Allentown, PA
Compared to Boston, Allentown is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
39.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
9.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
77.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.6% lower
Commute
23.8% lower
Health
14.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
20.1% lower
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