Boston, Massachusetts vs. Takoma Park, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Takoma Park, Maryland is 2.6% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $92,523 in Takoma Park, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Takoma Park, Maryland is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
13% cheaper in Takoma Park
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Takoma Park, MD
Compared to Boston, Takoma Park is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.3% lower
  Commute
  9.0% higher
  Health
  3.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.8% lower