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BOSTON vs. STATE COLLEGE
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. State College, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in State College, Pennsylvania is
34.6%
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$98,175
in State College, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, State College, Pennsylvania is
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in State College
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. State College, PA
Compared to Boston, State College is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
34.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
45.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
22.6% lower
Commute
44.9% lower
Health
40.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
23.2% lower
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