Boston, New York vs. Northampton, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Northampton, Massachusetts is 8.4% more expensive than Boston, New York.

You would need a salary of $54,214 in Northampton, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Northampton, Massachusetts is more expensive than Boston, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Northampton
than in Boston, New York
Boston, NY vs. Northampton, MA
Compared to Boston, Northampton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.4% higher
      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
  6.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.1% higher
  Commute
  15.5% lower
  Health
  14.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.1% higher