Rockford, Illinois vs. Hartford, Connecticut

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hartford, Connecticut is 23.1% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $61,544 in Hartford, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hartford, Connecticut is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Hartford
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Hartford, CT
Compared to Rockford, Hartford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.1% 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
  15.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.0% higher
  Commute
  36.4% higher
  Health
  7.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  28.7% higher