Amherst, New York vs. Waltham, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waltham, Massachusetts is 65.8% more expensive than Amherst, New York.

You would need a salary of $116,044 in Waltham, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Amherst, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waltham, Massachusetts is more expensive than Amherst, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
99% more expensive in Waltham
than in Amherst, New York
Amherst, NY vs. Waltham, MA
Compared to Amherst, Waltham is:
  Homeowner
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  65.8% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  147.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  21.3% higher
  Commute
  1.1% higher
  Health
  15.2% lower
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  Personal
  37.3% higher
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