Dallas, Texas vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 25.0% cheaper than Dallas, Texas.

You would need a salary of $75,050 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Dallas, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Rockford
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Dallas, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.0% 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
  9.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% lower
  Commute
  29.5% lower
  Health
  8.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.5% lower