Cost of Living Calculator - Washington, District of Columbia vs Newton, Massachusetts


The cost of living in Newton, Massachusetts is 38.0% more expensive than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $237,442 in Newton, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newton, Massachusetts is more expensive than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
93% more expensive in Newton
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs Newton, MA
Compared to Washington, Newton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.0% 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
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  89.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% higher
  Commute
  26.5% lower
  Health
  6.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.3% higher

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