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Cost of Living Calculator - Durham, North Carolina vs Boston, Massachusetts

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 57.3% more expensive than Durham, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $314,649 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Durham, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Durham, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% more expensive in Boston
than in Durham, North Carolina
Durham, NC vs Boston, MA
Compared to Durham, Boston is:
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  57.3% higher
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  12.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  160.3% higher
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  Utilities
  16.7% higher
  Commute
  56.7% higher
  Health
  8.4% lower
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  Personal
  34.6% higher
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