Boston, Massachusetts vs. Midland, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Midland, Texas is 40.2% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $26,900 in Midland, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Midland, Texas is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Midland
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Midland, TX
Compared to Boston, Midland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  40.2% 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
  12.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.0% lower
  Commute
  43.5% lower
  Health
  22.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.5% lower