Rockford, Illinois vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 38.5% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $41,557 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Rockford, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.5% 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
  14.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.6% higher
  Commute
  72.0% higher
  Health
  3.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.6% higher