Mankato, Minnesota vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 12.2% cheaper than Mankato, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $43,917 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Mankato, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Mankato, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Rockford
than in Mankato, Minnesota
Mankato, MN vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Mankato, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.2% 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
  9.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.5% lower
  Commute
  21.3% higher
  Health
  21.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% lower