Rockford, Illinois vs. Madison, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, Alabama is 29.9% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $64,974 in Madison, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Alabama is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
168% more expensive in Madison
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Madison, AL
Compared to Rockford, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.9% 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
  10.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  155.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% lower
  Commute
  2.2% lower
  Health
  16.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.0% higher