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BOSTON vs. NEW YORK
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. New York, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in New York, New York is
9.9%
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$1,044,059
in New York, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New York, New York is
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
3% more expensive in New York
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. New York, NY
Compared to Boston, New York is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
9.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
12.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
28.9% higher
Commute
37.4% higher
Health
42.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
6.1% lower
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