Rockford, Illinois vs. Columbus, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is 14.0% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $56,992 in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% more expensive in Columbus
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Columbus, OH
Compared to Rockford, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.0% 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
  10.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% higher
  Commute
  9.2% higher
  Health
  15.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% lower