Rockford, Illinois vs. Evanston, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Evanston, Illinois is 62.5% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $81,266 in Evanston, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Evanston, Illinois is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
220% more expensive in Evanston
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Evanston, IL
Compared to Rockford, Evanston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  62.5% 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
  12.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  280.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% lower
  Commute
  55.8% higher
  Health
  16.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.8% higher

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