Aurora, Illinois vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 14.9% cheaper than Aurora, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $59,551 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Aurora, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Aurora, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Rockford
than in Aurora, Illinois
Aurora, IL vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Aurora, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.9% 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
  6.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% higher
  Commute
  8.7% lower
  Health
  14.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.6% lower