Rockford, Illinois vs. Mankato, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mankato, Minnesota is 13.9% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $85,389 in Mankato, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mankato, Minnesota is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
104% more expensive in Mankato
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Mankato, MN
Compared to Rockford, Mankato is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.9% 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
  10.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  128.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.5% higher
  Commute
  17.6% lower
  Health
  17.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% higher