Boston
USA
Updated on October 02, 2025
Overview
Boston is the capital and most populous city of Massachusetts, considered the economic and cultural center of New England. With a rich American Revolutionary history, it's one of the oldest cities in the United States and the hub of a thriving metropolitan area known as Greater Boston.
Average cost of living€4,145.00
Quality of Life85/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€1,200.00
1-bed flat (center)€2,800.00
1-bed flat (outside)€2,200.00
3-bed flat (center)€5,500.00
3-bed flat (outside)€4,000.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€8,500.00
sqm outside center€6,200.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€180.00
Internet€65.00
Mobile plan€55.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€2.40
Monthly pass€90.00
Taxi start€3.50
Gasoline (1 l)€3.20
Leisure
Cinema ticket€15.00
Fitness club€85.00
Education
Preschool (month)€1,800.00
Intl. primary (year)€25,000.00
Demographics
Population 675,000
Metropolitan area population 4,900,000
Metropolitan area —
Advantages
- ✓ Rich history and cultural heritage
- ✓ World-class educational center with prestigious universities
- ✓ Excellent public transportation system
- ✓ Technology and innovation hub
- ✓ Proximity to Atlantic coastline
Disadvantages
- × High cost of living
- × Long, cold winters
- × Heavy rush hour traffic
- × Competitive real estate market
- × High state taxes