Cost of Living Calculator - Boston, Massachusetts vs Decorah, Iowa


The cost of living in Decorah, Iowa is 44.8% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $41,411 in Decorah, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decorah, Iowa is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Decorah
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs Decorah, IA
Compared to Boston, Decorah is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.8% 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
  12.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.2% lower
  Commute
  54.7% lower
  Health
  42.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.6% lower

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