Wichita, Kansas vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 7.1% cheaper than Wichita, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $46,446 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Wichita, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Wichita, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% cheaper in Rockford
than in Wichita, Kansas
Wichita, KS vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Wichita, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.1% 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
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% lower
  Commute
  2.6% higher
  Health
  2.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% lower