Katy, Texas vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 28.4% cheaper than Katy, Texas.

You would need a salary of $50,104 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Katy, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Katy, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Rockford
than in Katy, Texas
Katy, TX vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Katy, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.4% 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)
  63.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% higher
  Commute
  32.4% lower
  Health
  11.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% lower