Monroe, Louisiana vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 6.2% cheaper than Monroe, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $46,906 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Monroe, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Monroe, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% cheaper in Rockford
than in Monroe, Louisiana
Monroe, LA vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Monroe, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.2% 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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.7% higher
  Commute
  1.6% lower
  Health
  19.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.5% lower