Joliet, Illinois vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 82.4% more expensive than Joliet, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $109,441 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Joliet, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Joliet, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
228% more expensive in Boston
than in Joliet, Illinois
Joliet, IL vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Joliet, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  82.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  16.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  321.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  19.4% higher
  Commute
  40.1% higher
  Health
  6.6% lower
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  Personal
  41.4% higher
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