Cost of Living Calculator - North Adams, Massachusetts vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 27.9% more expensive than North Adams, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $95,893 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in North Adams, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than North Adams, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% more expensive in Chicago
than in North Adams, Massachusetts
North Adams, MA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to North Adams, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.9% 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
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.8% lower
  Commute
  90.8% higher
  Health
  12.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% higher

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