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RALEIGH vs. BOSTON
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Raleigh, North Carolina vs. Boston, Massachusetts
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is
49.8%
more expensive
than Raleigh, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$122,840
in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is
more expensive
than Raleigh, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% more expensive in Boston
than in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, NC vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Raleigh, Boston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
49.8% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
10.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
119.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
17.9% higher
Commute
48.8% higher
Health
5.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
31.6% higher
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