Cost of Living Calculator - Westfield, Massachusetts vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 8.7% more expensive than Westfield, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $81,528 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Westfield, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Westfield, Massachusetts
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
57% more expensive in Chicago
than in Westfield, Massachusetts
Westfield, MA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Westfield, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.7% 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
  9.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% lower
  Commute
  57.2% higher
  Health
  3.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.2% higher

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