Rockford, Illinois vs. Baltimore, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baltimore, Maryland is 20.4% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $108,404 in Baltimore, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baltimore, Maryland is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Baltimore
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Baltimore, MD
Compared to Rockford, Baltimore is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.4% 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
  9.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.2% higher
  Commute
  50.8% higher
  Health
  20.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% higher