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BOSTON vs. RESTON
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Reston, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Reston, Virginia is
10.4%
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$44,785
in Reston, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reston, Virginia is
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% cheaper in Reston
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Reston, VA
Compared to Boston, Reston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
10.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
25.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
18.1% lower
Commute
6.4% lower
Health
13.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
6.5% lower
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