Illinois, North Dakota vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 97.2% more expensive than Illinois, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $147,879 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Illinois, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Illinois, North Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
360% more expensive in Boston
than in Illinois, North Dakota
Illinois, ND vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Illinois, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  97.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  19.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  335.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  31.7% higher
  Commute
  85.1% higher
  Health
  16.8% lower
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  Personal
  25.2% higher
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