salarySpring Valley is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Spring Valley to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$3,112
$1,889
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,480
$1,783
💵 Families earn per year
$104,986
$80,360
🔑 Buying a house
$731,700
$433,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.3
100.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,456
$2,149
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$139
👥 People living there
666,442
219,187
Commute to work
30.3 min
22.5 min
College degree
54.9%
31.4%
Own their home
35.7%
50.5%
Below poverty line
16.6%
12.2%
Unemployment
6.1%
7.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Boston for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
- Pick Spring Valley for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Boston or Spring Valley cheaper to live in?
Spring Valley is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,889 a month there versus $3,112 in Boston.
What salary do I need in Spring Valley to match $60,000 in Boston?
About $55,407 a year gives the same standard of living in Spring Valley.
Where do people earn more, Boston or Spring Valley?
The typical household earns $104,986 in Boston and $80,360 in Spring Valley, 31% more in Boston.