Dyer, Indiana vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 55.6% more expensive than Dyer, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $37,339 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Dyer, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Dyer, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
109% more expensive in Boston
than in Dyer, Indiana
Dyer, IN vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Dyer, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  55.6% 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
  14.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  143.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.6% higher
  Commute
  35.2% higher
  Health
  4.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.1% higher