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WORCESTER vs. CHICAGO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Worcester, Massachusetts vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
2.2%
more expensive
than Worcester, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$49,050
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Worcester, Massachusetts
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
45% more expensive in Chicago
than in Worcester, Massachusetts
Worcester, MA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Worcester, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
2.2% higher
Child Care
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
7.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
7.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.6% lower
Commute
45.2% higher
Health
8.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.1% higher
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