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SCOTTSDALE vs. BOSTON
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Cost of Living Calculator - Scottsdale, Arizona vs Boston, Massachusetts
The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is
7.9%
more expensive
than Scottsdale, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$215,756
in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is
more expensive
than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
61% more expensive in Boston
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs Boston, MA
Compared to Scottsdale, Boston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
7.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care, Taxes Considered
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No Child Care,
Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
7.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
28.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
14.1% higher
Commute
20.7% higher
Health
3.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
28.5% higher
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