Washington, District of Columbia vs. Boston, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, New York is 35.4% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $32,304 in Boston, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, New York is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Boston
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Boston, NY
Compared to Washington, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.0% lower
  Commute
  24.4% lower
  Health
  10.2% higher
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  Personal
  12.7% lower
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