Rockford, Illinois vs. Scranton, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Scranton, Pennsylvania is 4.2% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $78,166 in Scranton, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Scranton, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
2% more expensive in Scranton
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Scranton, PA
Compared to Rockford, Scranton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.2% 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
  7.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% lower
  Commute
  6.1% higher
  Health
  7.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% higher