Chesapeake, Virginia vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 48.5% more expensive than Chesapeake, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $126,225 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Chesapeake, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Chesapeake, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% more expensive in Boston
than in Chesapeake, Virginia
Chesapeake, VA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Chesapeake, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  48.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  122.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  19.9% higher
  Commute
  30.2% higher
  Health
  14.5% lower
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  Personal
  26.7% higher
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