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READING vs. BOSTON
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Reading, Pennsylvania vs. Boston, Massachusetts
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is
71.8%
more expensive
than Reading, Pennsylvania.
You would need a salary of
$128,835
in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Reading, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is
more expensive
than Reading, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
218% more expensive in Boston
than in Reading, Pennsylvania
Reading, PA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Reading, Boston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
71.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
14.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
963.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
15.8% higher
Commute
32.9% higher
Health
22.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
30.5% higher
Cost of Food
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