According to RentHop's 2024 Singles Index, Boston is the fourth-most-expensive city for singles in the U.S., exceeded only by Detroit, Miami, and New York. Singles allocate approximately 36% of their income to rent, with single women facing a more significant housing burden. To live comfortably in Boston, one must earn roughly $155,424 annually, while the median income is only $94,755. The disparity is notable in rental costs between single men and women, further squeezing their finances in a tight housing market.
"Boston is the fourth-most-expensive city for singles in the country, trailing only Detroit, Miami, and New York City. Renters in Boston spend about 36 percent of their income on housing."
"Single women face an even bigger burden than single men, as they typically make less. In Boston, single female renters make $69,678 on average and spend 40.47 percent on rent compared to their male counterparts."
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