Chicago, Illinois vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 42.8% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $371,359 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
131% more expensive in Boston
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Chicago, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  42.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  163.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  25.9% higher
  Commute
  4.8% lower
  Health
  1.9% higher
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  Personal
  20.3% higher
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