Oswego, Illinois vs. Rome, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rome, New York is 21.6% cheaper than Oswego, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $90,217 in Rome, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Oswego, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rome, New York is cheaper than Oswego, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Rome
than in Oswego, Illinois
Oswego, IL vs. Rome, NY
Compared to Oswego, Rome is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.6% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% higher
  Commute
  34.9% lower
  Health
  19.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% lower