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Cost of Living Calculator - River Forest, Illinois vs Boston, Massachusetts

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 7.1% more expensive than River Forest, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $80,342 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in River Forest, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than River Forest, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Boston
than in River Forest, Illinois
River Forest, IL vs Boston, MA
Compared to River Forest, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  7.1% higher
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  6.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.4% higher
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  Utilities
  22.9% higher
  Commute
  1.0% lower
  Health
  1.9% higher
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  Personal
  20.3% higher
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