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BOSTON vs. STERLING
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Sterling, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Sterling, Virginia is
13.6%
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$73,475
in Sterling, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sterling, 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 Sterling
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Sterling, VA
Compared to Boston, Sterling is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
13.6% lower
Child Care
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Food
1.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
28.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
15.6% lower
Commute
10.0% lower
Health
13.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
8.4% lower
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