Rockford, Illinois vs. Poplar Bluff, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Poplar Bluff, Missouri is 3.7% cheaper than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $48,153 in Poplar Bluff, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Poplar Bluff, Missouri is cheaper than Rockford, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
52% cheaper in Poplar Bluff
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Poplar Bluff, MO
Compared to Rockford, Poplar Bluff is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.7% lower
      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
  5.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.0% lower
  Commute
  29.2% lower
  Health
  14.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.0% higher