Manitowoc, Wisconsin vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 3.0% more expensive than Manitowoc, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $51,495 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Manitowoc, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is more expensive than Manitowoc, Wisconsin
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
18% more expensive in Rockford
than in Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Manitowoc, WI vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Manitowoc, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.0% higher
      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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.8% higher
  Commute
  26.9% higher
  Health
  15.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% lower