Cost of Living Calculator - Barrington, Illinois vs Acton, Massachusetts


The cost of living in Acton, Massachusetts is 18.9% more expensive than Barrington, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $237,876 in Acton, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Barrington, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Acton, Massachusetts is more expensive than Barrington, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in Acton
than in Barrington, Illinois
Barrington, IL vs Acton, MA
Compared to Barrington, Acton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  7.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.3% higher
  Commute
  20.1% lower
  Health
  1.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.0% higher

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