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CHICAGO vs. GARDNER
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Gardner, Massachusetts
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Gardner, Massachusetts is
7.5%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$46,229
in Gardner, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gardner, Massachusetts is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
32% cheaper in Gardner
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Gardner, MA
Compared to Chicago, Gardner is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
7.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
7.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
20.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
19.5% higher
Commute
32.8% lower
Health
9.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.3% higher
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