Rockford, Illinois vs. Joliet, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joliet, Illinois is 10.9% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $38,832 in Joliet, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joliet, Illinois is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in Joliet
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Joliet, IL
Compared to Rockford, Joliet is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.9% 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
  6.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% lower
  Commute
  14.1% higher
  Health
  9.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% lower