Janesville, Wisconsin vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 10.4% cheaper than Janesville, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $44,799 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Janesville, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Janesville, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Rockford
than in Janesville, Wisconsin
Janesville, WI vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Janesville, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.4% 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
  3.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% higher
  Commute
  2.7% higher
  Health
  9.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% lower