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BOSTON vs. PHOENIX
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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
$354,294
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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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
12.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
60.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.8% lower
Commute
10.5% lower
Health
3.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
22.5% lower
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