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Living your life,
your way
The fast-track to independence from your parents is
finding a high-paying job. Starting your professional
life with a high-paying job can lead to a lifetime
of higher earnings, too, as you build on that initial
salary with raises, promotions and moves to different
companies valuing your skills.
Rent (one bedroom, outside city center) ..........................$1,740
Groceries (2,400 calories/day) ............................................ $395
Utilities
(electric, gas, heat, water, garbage) ..................................... $152
Internet ..................................................................................$55
Transportation (public transportation) ...................................$84
Gym membership ....................................$93
Entertainment (2-3 meals out
and 2-3 movies, 4 cocktails at a club) .... $162
Total monthly expenses ......................... $2,681
How much does it cost for a young
person to live in Greater Boston?
Sources: expatistan, numbeo.com
How much do Boston
manufacturing jobs pay?
Assembler
Education needed:
High-school diploma
Average annual salary:
$33,630
Monthly earnings (before taxes):
$2,803
Machinery mechanic
Education needed: High-school
diploma and a year of on-the-job training
Average annual salary:
$57,850
Monthly earnings (before taxes):
$4,821
