Rockford, Illinois vs. Grinnell, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grinnell, Iowa is 4.5% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $52,243 in Grinnell, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grinnell, Iowa is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% more expensive in Grinnell
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Grinnell, IA
Compared to Rockford, Grinnell is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.5% 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
  7.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.3% higher
  Commute
  21.6% lower
  Health
  13.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.1% higher

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