Cost of Living Calculator - Boston, Massachusetts vs Northfield, Illinois


The cost of living in Northfield, Illinois is 3.8% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $72,165 in Northfield, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Northfield, Illinois is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Utilities are the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
18% cheaper in Northfield
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs Northfield, IL
Compared to Boston, Northfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% lower
      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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.7% lower
  Commute
  3.0% lower
  Health
  1.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.7% lower

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