Boston, Massachusetts vs. Winter Haven, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Winter Haven, Florida is 42.1% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $57,888 in Winter Haven, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Winter Haven, Florida is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Winter Haven
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Winter Haven, FL
Compared to Boston, Winter Haven is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.1% 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
  7.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.5% lower
  Commute
  31.0% lower
  Health
  12.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  27.5% lower