Acton, Massachusetts vs. Reading, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reading, Massachusetts is 2.1% more expensive than Acton, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $51,033 in Reading, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Acton, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reading, Massachusetts is more expensive than Acton, Massachusetts
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
2% more expensive in Reading
than in Acton, Massachusetts
Acton, MA vs. Reading, MA
Compared to Acton, Reading is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.1% 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
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.3% lower
  Commute
  1.7% lower
  Health
  1.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% lower