Boston, Massachusetts vs. Marathon, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Marathon, Florida is 11.9% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $105,685 in Marathon, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Marathon, Florida is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
37% cheaper in Marathon
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Marathon, FL
Compared to Boston, Marathon is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.9% 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
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.4% lower
  Commute
  41.4% lower
  Health
  81.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.2% lower

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