Boston, Massachusetts vs. Irving, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Irving, Texas is 33.5% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $172,878 in Irving, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Irving, Texas is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Irving
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Irving, TX
Compared to Boston, Irving is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.5% 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
  10.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.2% lower
  Commute
  15.6% lower
  Health
  9.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.1% lower