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CHICAGO vs. CAMBRIDGE
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Cambridge, Massachusetts
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Cambridge, Massachusetts is
61.7%
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$328,316
in Cambridge, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Cambridge, Massachusetts is
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
221% more expensive in Cambridge
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Cambridge, MA
Compared to Chicago, Cambridge is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
61.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
18.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
252.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
26.9% higher
Commute
30.9% lower
Health
1.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
15.3% higher
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