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CHICAGO vs. ROCKFORD
Cost of Living Comparison
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Rockford, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is
29.4%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$211,721
in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Rockford
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Chicago, Rockford is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
29.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
7.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
61.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.9% higher
Commute
40.4% lower
Health
20.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
13.2% lower
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