Renton, Washington vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 6.1% more expensive than Renton, Washington.

You would need a salary of $77,443 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Renton, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Renton, Washington
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
31% more expensive in Boston
than in Renton, Washington
Renton, WA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Renton, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.1% 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
  7.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  62.2% higher
  Commute
  7.8% lower
  Health
  1.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% higher