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CHICAGO vs. BOSTON
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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Boston, Massachusetts

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 42.8% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $157,114 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
131% more expensive in Boston
than in Chicago, Illinois

Chicago, IL vs Boston, MA

Compared to Chicago, Boston is:

Homeowner

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42.8% higher

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14.6% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

163.0% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Median Home Cost

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Utilities

25.9% higher

Commute

4.8% lower

Health

1.9% higher

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Personal

20.3% higher

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