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Cost of Living in Massachusetts

By Betsy Burlingame

Last updated on Jan 17, 2023

Summary: The cost of living in Massachusetts is generally higher than the national average. A nice one bedroom apartment in Massachusetts can cost anywhere from $1,500 to $2,500 per month, while a nice two bedroom apartment can cost anywhere from $2,000 to $3,500 per month. The cost of dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Massachusetts is usually around $20 to $30 per person.

What are typical rental prices for expats in Massachusetts?

"The rental price for a nice 1 bedroom apartment in Massachusetts varies depending on the location and amenities available, but generally starts at around $1400/month. A nice 2 bedroom apartment may cost between $1800-$2500/month on average," mentioned one expat in Massachusetts.

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Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

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