Rockford, Illinois vs. Lafayette, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lafayette, Indiana is 4.7% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $52,375 in Lafayette, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lafayette, Indiana is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in Lafayette
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Lafayette, IN
Compared to Rockford, Lafayette is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.7% 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
  4.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% higher
  Commute
  13.0% lower
  Health
  13.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% higher