Rockford, Illinois vs. Janesville, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Janesville, Wisconsin is 11.6% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $111,609 in Janesville, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Janesville, Wisconsin is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% more expensive in Janesville
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Janesville, WI
Compared to Rockford, Janesville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.6% 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
  3.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% lower
  Commute
  2.7% lower
  Health
  8.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% higher