Rockford, Illinois vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 17.0% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $140,422 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
116% more expensive in Detroit
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Rockford, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.0% 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
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.6% lower
  Commute
  116.1% higher
  Health
  22.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% higher