Evanston, Illinois vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 38.5% cheaper than Evanston, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $46,144 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Evanston, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Evanston, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Rockford
than in Evanston, Illinois
Evanston, IL vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Evanston, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.5% 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
  11.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  73.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% higher
  Commute
  35.8% lower
  Health
  20.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.4% lower