Boston, Massachusetts vs. Panama City, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Panama City, Florida is 42.4% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $80,678 in Panama City, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Panama City, Florida is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Panama City
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Panama City, FL
Compared to Boston, Panama City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.4% 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
  13.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.3% lower
  Commute
  31.7% lower
  Health
  10.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.5% lower