salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Yonkers to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$3,112
$2,436
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,480
$2,060
💵 Families earn per year
$104,986
$90,108
🔑 Buying a house
$731,700
$501,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.3
107.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,456
$9,676
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$157
👥 People living there
666,442
209,978
Commute to work
30.3 min
35.6 min
College degree
54.9%
35.7%
Own their home
35.7%
46.2%
Below poverty line
16.6%
13.8%
Unemployment
6.1%
7.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Boston for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Yonkers for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Boston or Yonkers cheaper to live in?
Boston and Yonkers cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Yonkers to match $60,000 in Boston?
About $59,809 a year gives the same standard of living in Yonkers.
Where do people earn more, Boston or Yonkers?
The typical household earns $104,986 in Boston and $90,108 in Yonkers, 17% more in Boston.