Dixon, Illinois vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 4.6% more expensive than Dixon, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $39,730 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Dixon, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is more expensive than Dixon, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
19% more expensive in Rockford
than in Dixon, Illinois
Dixon, IL vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Dixon, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.6% 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
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.0% higher
  Commute
  27.5% higher
  Health
  5.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% lower