Manhattan, New York vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 30.7% cheaper than Manhattan, New York.

You would need a salary of $55,429 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is cheaper than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Boston
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Manhattan, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  22.3% lower
  Commute
  18.1% lower
  Health
  28.3% lower
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  Personal
  13.6% lower
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