Rockford, Illinois vs. Sarasota, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sarasota, Florida is 35.8% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $54,301 in Sarasota, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sarasota, Florida is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
242% more expensive in Sarasota
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Sarasota, FL
Compared to Rockford, Sarasota is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.8% 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
  18.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  200.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% lower
  Commute
  10.2% higher
  Health
  4.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.5% higher