Des Moines, Iowa vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 94.9% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $146,188 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
273% more expensive in Boston
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Des Moines, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  94.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  16.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  327.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  30.4% higher
  Commute
  76.4% higher
  Health
  12.4% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  43.1% higher
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