Alton, Illinois vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 3.4% more expensive than Alton, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $77,558 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Alton, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is more expensive than Alton, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% more expensive in Rockford
than in Alton, Illinois
Alton, IL vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Alton, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.4% 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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% lower
  Commute
  10.1% lower
  Health
  12.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.9% lower