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Cost of Living Calculator - Scranton, Pennsylvania vs Boston, Massachusetts

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 94.2% more expensive than Scranton, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $190,294 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Scranton, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Scranton, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
383% more expensive in Boston
than in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Scranton, PA vs Boston, MA
Compared to Scranton, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  94.2% higher
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  15.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  765.8% higher
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  Utilities
  18.1% higher
  Commute
  50.6% higher
  Health
  8.7% lower
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  Personal
  27.3% higher
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