Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
32% cheaper
Chandler is 32% more affordable than Boston. A $75,000 salary in Boston is equivalent to $50,926 in Chandler.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Boston has a housing index of 242 while Chandler sits at 126 (national average = 100). The median home in Boston costs $620,000 compared to $450,000 in Chandler, a difference of $170,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $2,800 in Boston versus $1,650 in Chandler.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Boston scores 108 while Chandler scores 100.
Healthcare costs in Boston (118) are higher than Chandler (95).
Median household income in Boston is $76,298 compared to $88,234 in Chandler. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Chandler.
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