Jackson, Mississippi vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 87.5% more expensive than Jackson, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $84,389 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Jackson, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Jackson, Mississippi
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
610% more expensive in Boston
than in Jackson, Mississippi
Jackson, MS vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Jackson, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  87.5% 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
  16.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  348.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.4% higher
  Commute
  57.7% higher
  Health
  12.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  35.5% higher