Cost of Living Calculator - Portland, Oregon vs Rockford, Illinois


The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 42.7% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $42,938 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Rockford
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs Rockford, IL
Compared to Portland, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.7% 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
  13.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.2% higher
  Commute
  36.5% lower
  Health
  16.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.8% lower

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