Boston, Massachusetts vs. Lewes, Delaware

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lewes, Delaware is 23.7% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $76,271 in Lewes, Delaware to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lewes, Delaware is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
41% cheaper in Lewes
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Lewes, DE
Compared to Boston, Lewes is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.7% 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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.4% lower
  Commute
  34.0% lower
  Health
  26.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.4% lower