Boston, Massachusetts vs. Delray Beach, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Delray Beach, Florida is 31.4% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $34,289 in Delray Beach, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Delray Beach, Florida is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Delray Beach
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Delray Beach, FL
Compared to Boston, Delray Beach is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.4% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.9% lower
  Commute
  5.0% lower
  Health
  12.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.8% lower