Seattle vs Boston

Cost of living comparison — which city stretches your money further?

More Affordable
Seattle

United States

131cost index

Seattle is 31% more expensive than the US average.

Boston

United States

141cost index

Boston is 41% more expensive than the US average.

Price Difference

7.6%

Boston is 7.6% pricier than Seattle

Salary Equivalent

0.93x

$1,000 in Boston = $929 in Seattle