Rockford, Illinois vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 33.2% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $66,623 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
122% more expensive in Dallas
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Rockford, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.2% 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
  10.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  143.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  41.9% higher
  Health
  7.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.0% higher