Waltham, Massachusetts vs. Rolla, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rolla, Missouri is 48.1% cheaper than Waltham, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $28,569 in Rolla, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Waltham, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rolla, Missouri is cheaper than Waltham, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
73% cheaper in Rolla
than in Waltham, Massachusetts
Waltham, MA vs. Rolla, MO
Compared to Waltham, Rolla is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.1% lower
      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
  14.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.5% lower
  Commute
  35.4% lower
  Health
  35.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.0% lower