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ARLINGTON vs. BOSTON
Cost of Living Comparison

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Cost of Living Calculator - Arlington, Virginia vs Boston, Massachusetts

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 5.1% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $82,585 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
12% cheaper in Boston
than in Arlington, Virginia

Arlington, VA vs Boston, MA

Compared to Arlington, Boston is:

Homeowner

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5.1% lower

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3.3% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

11.6% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

18.8% higher

Commute

7.6% higher

Health

10.8% lower

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Personal

10.4% higher

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