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


The cost of living in Newton, Massachusetts is 28.7% more expensive than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $88,769 in Newton, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newton, Massachusetts is more expensive than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% more expensive in Newton
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs Newton, MA
Compared to Arlington, Newton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.7% 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
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.3% higher
  Commute
  18.9% lower
  Health
  11.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% higher

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