Skokie, Illinois vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 34.3% more expensive than Skokie, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $67,163 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Skokie, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Skokie, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% more expensive in Boston
than in Skokie, Illinois
Skokie, IL vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Skokie, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.3% 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
  12.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  104.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.1% higher
  Commute
  2.5% higher
  Health
  1.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.8% higher

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