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ALEXANDRIA vs. BOSTON
Cost of Living Comparison
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Alexandria, Virginia vs. Boston, Massachusetts
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is
9.3%
more expensive
than Alexandria, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$54,669
in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is
more expensive
than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Boston
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Alexandria, Boston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
9.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
1.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
11.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
20.0% higher
Commute
2.3% higher
Health
11.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
17.3% higher
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