Cost of Living Calculator - Boston, Massachusetts vs Grand Rapids charter, Michigan


The cost of living in Grand Rapids charter, Michigan is 29.8% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $52,656 in Grand Rapids charter, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Rapids charter, Michigan is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% cheaper in Grand Rapids charter
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs Grand Rapids Charter, MI
Compared to Boston, Grand Rapids Charter is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.8% 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
  11.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.4% lower
  Commute
  27.6% lower
  Health
  9.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.2% lower

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