Cost of Living Calculator - Amherst, New York vs Springfield, Massachusetts


The cost of living in Springfield, Massachusetts is 2.3% more expensive than Amherst, New York.

You would need a salary of $51,167 in Springfield, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Amherst, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, Massachusetts is more expensive than Amherst, New York
• Utilities are the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
14% more expensive in Springfield
than in Amherst, New York
Amherst, NY vs Springfield, MA
Compared to Amherst, Springfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% 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
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.2% higher
  Commute
  0.0% higher
  Health
  13.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.7% higher

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