Key West, Florida vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 1.5% more expensive than Key West, Florida.

You would need a salary of $131,892 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Key West, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Key West, Florida
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
60% more expensive in Boston
than in Key West, Florida
Key West, FL vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Key West, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.5% 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
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.1% higher
  Commute
  90.2% higher
  Health
  44.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.7% higher