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LOWELL vs. BOSTON
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Lowell, Massachusetts vs. Boston, Massachusetts
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is
34.0%
more expensive
than Lowell, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$54,929
in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Lowell, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is
more expensive
than Lowell, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% more expensive in Boston
than in Lowell, Massachusetts
Lowell, MA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Lowell, Boston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
34.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
4.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
109.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.8% higher
Commute
34.2% higher
Health
1.8% higher
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
3.6% higher
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