Cost of Living Calculator - Boston, Massachusetts vs Elk Point, South Dakota


The cost of living in Elk Point, South Dakota is 43.8% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $42,145 in Elk Point, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elk Point, South Dakota is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Elk Point
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs Elk Point, SD
Compared to Boston, Elk Point is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.8% 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
  12.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.4% lower
  Commute
  46.1% lower
  Health
  32.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.4% lower

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