Cost of Living in Boston
Average rent, food, transport, utilities, and salary data for Boston, United States.
Overall, the cost of living in Boston is close to the New York City baseline (composite index 87 vs. a New York City baseline of 100). These are representative estimates, not live pricing — see our methodology.
Rent index (NYC=100)90
Groceries index92
Dining out index92
Transport index72
Utilities index88
Median annual salary$80,000
Minimum wage$15.00/hr
State income tax rate5.00%
Est. monthly childcare$2,000
Est. monthly healthcare premium$530
YoY inflation3.1%
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