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SPRINGFIELD vs. BOSTON
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Springfield, Massachusetts vs. Boston, Massachusetts
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is
66.6%
more expensive
than Springfield, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$166,558
in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is
more expensive
than Springfield, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
172% more expensive in Boston
than in Springfield, Massachusetts
Springfield, MA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Springfield, Boston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
66.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
7.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
263.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.7% higher
Commute
41.1% higher
Health
1.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
29.7% higher
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