Boston, Massachusetts vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 30.0% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $35,007 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Chicago
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Boston, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  20.5% lower
  Commute
  5.1% higher
  Health
  1.9% lower
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  Personal
  16.9% lower
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