Boston, Massachusetts vs. Durham, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Durham, North Carolina is 36.4% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $48,941 in Durham, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Durham, North Carolina is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Durham
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Durham, NC
Compared to Boston, Durham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.3% lower
  Commute
  36.2% lower
  Health
  9.1% higher
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  Personal
  25.7% lower
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