New Paltz, New York vs. Arlington, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arlington, Massachusetts is 78.3% more expensive than New Paltz, New York.

You would need a salary of $74,900 in Arlington, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in New Paltz, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Massachusetts is more expensive than New Paltz, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
73% more expensive in Arlington
than in New Paltz, New York
New Paltz, NY vs. Arlington, MA
Compared to New Paltz, Arlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  78.3% 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
  7.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  162.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.5% lower
  Commute
  5.3% lower
  Health
  28.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.0% higher