Johnston, Rhode Island vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 41.6% more expensive than Johnston, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $212,465 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Johnston, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
90% more expensive in Boston
than in Johnston, Rhode Island
Johnston, RI vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Johnston, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.6% higher
      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
  5.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  146.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% higher
  Commute
  25.6% higher
  Health
  2.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% higher