Rockford, Illinois vs. Kearney, Nebraska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kearney, Nebraska is 18.1% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $59,037 in Kearney, Nebraska to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kearney, Nebraska is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
95% more expensive in Kearney
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Kearney, NE
Compared to Rockford, Kearney is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.1% 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
  10.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  144.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.9% lower
  Commute
  28.6% lower
  Health
  39.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% higher