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 $59,269 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, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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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
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  1.1% higher
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