Cost of Living Calculator - Boston, Massachusetts vs Laurel, Delaware


The cost of living in Laurel, Delaware is 37.6% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $31,193 in Laurel, Delaware to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laurel, Delaware is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Laurel
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs Laurel, DE
Compared to Boston, Laurel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.6% 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
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.0% lower
  Commute
  30.7% lower
  Health
  26.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.4% lower

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