Rockford, Michigan vs. Dubuque, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dubuque, Iowa is 20.9% cheaper than Rockford, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $39,537 in Dubuque, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dubuque, Iowa is cheaper than Rockford, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Dubuque
than in Rockford, Michigan
Rockford, MI vs. Dubuque, IA
Compared to Rockford, Dubuque is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.9% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% lower
  Commute
  31.1% lower
  Health
  29.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.4% higher