North Chicago, Illinois vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 3.7% cheaper than North Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $72,236 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in North Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than North Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
7% cheaper in Rockford
than in North Chicago, Illinois
North Chicago, IL vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to North Chicago, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.7% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.5% higher
  Commute
  14.0% higher
  Health
  10.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.6% lower