Cost of Living Calculator - Boston, Massachusetts vs Albert Lea, Minnesota


The cost of living in Albert Lea, Minnesota is 53.8% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $34,615 in Albert Lea, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albert Lea, Minnesota is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Albert Lea
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs Albert Lea, MN
Compared to Boston, Albert Lea is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  53.8% lower
      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
  15.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  85.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.6% lower
  Commute
  50.4% lower
  Health
  1.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.9% lower

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