Boston, Massachusetts vs. Renton, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Renton, Washington is 5.7% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $70,698 in Renton, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Renton, Washington is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
24% cheaper in Renton
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Renton, WA
Compared to Boston, Renton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.7% 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
  6.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  38.4% lower
  Commute
  8.4% higher
  Health
  1.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% lower