Rockford, Illinois vs. Chesterton, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chesterton, Indiana is 31.5% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $65,765 in Chesterton, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chesterton, Indiana is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
110% more expensive in Chesterton
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Chesterton, IN
Compared to Rockford, Chesterton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.5% 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
  7.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  116.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.7% lower
  Commute
  43.2% higher
  Health
  14.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.0% higher