Rockford, Illinois vs. DeKalb, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in DeKalb, Illinois is 11.1% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $39,989 in DeKalb, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, DeKalb, Illinois is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in DeKalb
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Dekalb, IL
Compared to Rockford, Dekalb is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.1% 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
  7.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.0% higher
  Commute
  6.4% lower
  Health
  17.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% higher