Boston, Massachusetts vs. Grand Rapids, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grand Rapids, Michigan is 41.7% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $175,012 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Rapids, Michigan is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Grand Rapids
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Grand Rapids, MI
Compared to Boston, Grand Rapids is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.5% lower
  Commute
  27.8% lower
  Health
  9.5% lower
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  Personal
  23.5% lower
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