Northampton, Massachusetts vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 1.8% more expensive than Northampton, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $40,720 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Northampton, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Northampton, Massachusetts
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
60% more expensive in Chicago
than in Northampton, Massachusetts
Northampton, MA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Northampton, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  17.9% lower
  Commute
  60.3% higher
  Health
  1.7% lower
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  Personal
  4.7% higher
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