Rockford, Illinois vs. Madison, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is 33.8% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $147,150 in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
154% more expensive in Madison
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Madison, WI
Compared to Rockford, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.8% 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
  9.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  191.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.4% higher
  Commute
  4.0% higher
  Health
  12.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% higher