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IOWA CITY vs. BOSTON
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Iowa City, Iowa vs. Boston, Massachusetts
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is
75.9%
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$123,142
in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
146% more expensive in Boston
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Iowa City, Boston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
75.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
11.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
169.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
24.4% higher
Commute
92.4% higher
Health
13.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
24.6% higher
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