Lawrence, Massachusetts vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 31.1% cheaper than Lawrence, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $34,455 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Lawrence, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Lawrence, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Rockford
than in Lawrence, Massachusetts
Lawrence, MA vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Lawrence, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.1% 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
  15.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.5% lower
  Commute
  13.3% lower
  Health
  19.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.3% lower