Oswego, Illinois vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 28.4% cheaper than Oswego, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $35,822 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Oswego, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Oswego, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Rockford
than in Oswego, Illinois
Oswego, IL vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Oswego, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.4% 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
  12.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% higher
  Commute
  34.6% lower
  Health
  13.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.0% lower