Los Angeles, California vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 57.0% cheaper than Los Angeles, California.

You would need a salary of $30,114 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Los Angeles, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Los Angeles, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
85% cheaper in Rockford
than in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, CA vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Los Angeles, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  57.0% 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
  13.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  87.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% higher
  Commute
  50.1% lower
  Health
  17.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.9% lower