Boston, Massachusetts vs. East Lansing, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in East Lansing, Michigan is 41.2% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $29,400 in East Lansing, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, East Lansing, Michigan is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in East Lansing
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. East Lansing, MI
Compared to Boston, East Lansing is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  16.8% lower
  Commute
  33.7% lower
  Health
  2.0% lower
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  Personal
  24.5% lower
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