Rockford, Illinois vs. Oakland, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oakland, California is 132.8% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $58,212 in Oakland, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oakland, California is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
517% more expensive in Oakland
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Oakland, CA
Compared to Rockford, Oakland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  132.8% 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
  24.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  730.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.0% lower
  Commute
  52.5% higher
  Health
  10.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.9% higher