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NEW YORK vs. BOSTON
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New York, New York vs. Boston, Massachusetts
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is
9.0%
cheaper
than New York, New York.
You would need a salary of
$762,361
in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in New York, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is
cheaper
than New York, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
3% cheaper in Boston
than in New York, New York
New York, NY vs. Boston, MA
Compared to New York, Boston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
9.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
11.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
22.4% lower
Commute
27.2% lower
Health
29.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
6.5% higher
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