Elgin, Illinois vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 17.2% cheaper than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $70,338 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Rockford
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Elgin, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.2% 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
  7.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.4% higher
  Commute
  9.2% lower
  Health
  14.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.7% lower