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SEATTLE vs. BOSTON
Cost of Living Comparison
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Seattle, Washington vs. Boston, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Boston, New York is
42.0%
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$46,389
in Boston, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, New York is
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Boston
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Boston, NY
Compared to Seattle, Boston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
42.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
70.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
40.3% higher
Commute
25.6% lower
Health
19.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
23.1% lower
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