Cost of Living Calculator - Glen Ellyn, Illinois vs Rockford, Illinois


The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 36.0% cheaper than Glen Ellyn, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $32,010 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Glen Ellyn, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Glen Ellyn, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% cheaper in Rockford
than in Glen Ellyn, Illinois
Glen Ellyn, IL vs Rockford, IL
Compared to Glen Ellyn, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.0% 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
  11.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  76.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  32.8% lower
  Health
  12.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.2% lower

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