Ashburn, Virginia vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 2.2% more expensive than Ashburn, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $89,935 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Ashburn, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Ashburn, Virginia
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
11% more expensive in Boston
than in Ashburn, Virginia
Ashburn, VA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Ashburn, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.2% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.5% higher
  Commute
  4.0% higher
  Health
  12.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.5% higher