Waltham, Massachusetts vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 28.0% cheaper than Waltham, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $46,502 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Waltham, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Waltham, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Chicago
than in Waltham, Massachusetts
Waltham, MA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Waltham, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  22.4% lower
  Commute
  46.7% higher
  Health
  1.3% lower
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  Personal
  14.6% lower
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