Decatur, Illinois vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 123.9% more expensive than Decatur, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $268,730 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Decatur, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Decatur, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
687% more expensive in Boston
than in Decatur, Illinois
Decatur, IL vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Decatur, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  123.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  22.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  865.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  18.1% higher
  Commute
  88.3% higher
  Health
  19.2% lower
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  Personal
  40.6% higher
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