Chicago, Illinois vs. Rockville Centre, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockville Centre, New York is 61.5% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $96,927 in Rockville Centre, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockville Centre, New York is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
176% more expensive in Rockville Centre
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Rockville Centre, NY
Compared to Chicago, Rockville Centre is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  61.5% 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
  13.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  193.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.7% higher
  Commute
  24.8% higher
  Health
  43.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% higher