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DES MOINES vs. BOSTON
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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
$175,426
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
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
94.9% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
16.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
327.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
30.4% higher
Commute
76.4% higher
Health
12.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
43.1% higher
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