South Sarasota, Florida vs. Newton, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newton, Massachusetts is 68.9% more expensive than South Sarasota, Florida.

You would need a salary of $84,444 in Newton, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in South Sarasota, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newton, Massachusetts is more expensive than South Sarasota, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
140% more expensive in Newton
than in South Sarasota, Florida
South Sarasota, FL vs. Newton, MA
Compared to South Sarasota, Newton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  68.9% 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
  12.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  142.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.4% higher
  Commute
  4.2% higher
  Health
  12.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.1% higher