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DEKALB vs. BOSTON
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Cost of Living Calculator - DeKalb, Illinois vs Boston, Massachusetts
The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is
82.2%
more expensive
than DeKalb, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$54,656
in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in DeKalb, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is
more expensive
than DeKalb, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
218% more expensive in Boston
than in DeKalb, Illinois
Dekalb, IL vs Boston, MA
Compared to Dekalb, Boston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
82.2% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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15.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
315.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
17.7% higher
Commute
70.7% higher
Health
27.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
30.8% higher
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