Boston, Massachusetts vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 29.1% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $31,179 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Boston, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.8% lower
  Commute
  10.5% lower
  Health
  3.1% higher
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  Personal
  22.5% lower
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