Hayward, Wisconsin vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 17.6% cheaper than Hayward, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $65,913 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Hayward, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Hayward, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Rockford
than in Hayward, Wisconsin
Hayward, WI vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Hayward, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.6% 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
  9.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% lower
  Commute
  6.2% higher
  Health
  2.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% lower