Austin, Texas vs. Rockford, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Michigan is 19.9% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $40,070 in Rockford, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Michigan is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Rockford
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Rockford, MI
Compared to Austin, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.9% 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
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.9% higher
  Commute
  6.6% lower
  Health
  20.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% lower