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BOSTON vs. COLUMBIA
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Columbia, Maryland
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbia, Maryland is
22.9%
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$64,008
in Columbia, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Maryland is
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% cheaper in Columbia
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Columbia, MD
Compared to Boston, Columbia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
22.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
6.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
42.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.1% lower
Commute
18.1% lower
Health
3.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
8.0% lower
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