Boston, Massachusetts vs. Scotia, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Scotia, New York is 42.9% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $28,553 in Scotia, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Scotia, New York is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Scotia
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Scotia, NY
Compared to Boston, Scotia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.9% 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
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  76.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.1% lower
  Commute
  38.8% lower
  Health
  28.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.8% lower