Cost of Living Calculator - Boston, Massachusetts vs Olathe, Kansas


The cost of living in Olathe, Kansas is 32.8% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $100,818 in Olathe, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olathe, Kansas is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Olathe
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs Olathe, KS
Compared to Boston, Olathe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.8% 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
  9.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.2% lower
  Commute
  34.4% lower
  Health
  12.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.0% lower

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