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BOSTON vs. CARY
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Cary, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Cary, North Carolina is
25.7%
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$100,326
in Cary, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Cary, North Carolina is
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% cheaper in Cary
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Cary, NC
Compared to Boston, Cary is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
25.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
7.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
38.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
16.5% lower
Commute
34.4% lower
Health
5.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
23.5% lower
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