Boston, Massachusetts vs. Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is 42.6% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $201,010 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Harrisburg
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Harrisburg, PA
Compared to Boston, Harrisburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  91.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.3% lower
  Commute
  33.0% lower
  Health
  22.0% higher
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  Personal
  19.7% lower
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