Rockford, Illinois vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 41.7% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $144,522 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
114% more expensive in Chicago
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Rockford, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.7% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  160.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.5% lower
  Commute
  67.9% higher
  Health
  16.9% lower
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  Personal
  15.3% higher
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