Boston, Massachusetts vs. Texas City, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Texas City, Texas is 46.5% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $64,146 in Texas City, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Texas City, Texas is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Texas City
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Texas City, TX
Compared to Boston, Texas City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.5% 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
  14.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.3% lower
  Commute
  35.1% lower
  Health
  8.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.3% lower