Springfield, Massachusetts vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 16.6% more expensive than Springfield, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $87,459 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Springfield, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% more expensive in Chicago
than in Springfield, Massachusetts
Springfield, MA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Springfield, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
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  16.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  17.6% lower
  Commute
  48.3% higher
  Health
  3.6% lower
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  Personal
  7.8% higher
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