Springfield, Illinois vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 103.4% more expensive than Springfield, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $118,000 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Springfield, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
392% more expensive in Boston
than in Springfield, Illinois
Springfield, IL vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Springfield, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  103.4% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  18.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  471.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  19.3% higher
  Commute
  88.3% higher
  Health
  19.8% lower
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  Personal
  39.9% higher
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