Cost of Living Calculator - Manhattan, New York vs Rockford, Illinois


The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 65.8% cheaper than Manhattan, New York.

You would need a salary of $25,678 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
88% cheaper in Rockford
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs Rockford, IL
Compared to Manhattan, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  65.8% 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
  25.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  92.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.0% lower
  Commute
  48.8% lower
  Health
  15.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  37.7% lower

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