Cost of Living Calculator - Newton, Massachusetts vs Rockford, Illinois


The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 63.5% cheaper than Newton, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $18,230 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Newton, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Newton, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% cheaper in Rockford
than in Newton, Massachusetts
Newton, MA vs Rockford, IL
Compared to Newton, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  63.5% 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
  24.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  91.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.7% lower
  Commute
  17.0% lower
  Health
  18.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.5% lower

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