Cost of Living Calculator - Boston, Massachusetts vs Potomac, Maryland


The cost of living in Potomac, Maryland is 25.4% more expensive than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $188,053 in Potomac, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Potomac, Maryland is more expensive than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% more expensive in Potomac
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs Potomac, MD
Compared to Boston, Potomac is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.4% higher
      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
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.0% lower
  Commute
  3.0% higher
  Health
  3.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.5% lower

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