Cost of Living Calculator - Highland, Illinois vs Boston, Massachusetts


The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 76.7% more expensive than Highland, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $132,548 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Highland, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Highland, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
205% more expensive in Boston
than in Highland, Illinois
Highland, IL vs Boston, MA
Compared to Highland, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  76.7% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  15.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  268.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.9% higher
  Commute
  46.8% higher
  Health
  5.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.7% higher

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