Auburn, Alabama vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 22.3% cheaper than Auburn, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $38,832 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Auburn, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Auburn, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% cheaper in Rockford
than in Auburn, Alabama
Auburn, AL vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Auburn, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.3% lower
      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
  11.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% lower
  Commute
  3.5% higher
  Health
  13.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.2% lower