Rockford, Illinois vs. Lake Forest, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Forest, California is 117.5% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $217,546 in Lake Forest, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, California is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
606% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Lake Forest, CA
Compared to Rockford, Lake Forest is:
  Homeowner
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  117.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  15.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  714.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.4% higher
  Commute
  35.3% higher
  Health
  11.8% lower
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  Personal
  12.9% higher
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