Cost of Living Calculator - Lansing, Michigan vs Rockford, Illinois


The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 3.6% cheaper than Lansing, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $48,221 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Lansing, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Lansing, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
12% cheaper in Rockford
than in Lansing, Michigan
Lansing, MI vs Rockford, IL
Compared to Lansing, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.6% 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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% higher
  Commute
  13.0% lower
  Health
  20.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% lower

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