Cost of Living Calculator - Rockford, Illinois vs Modesto, California


The cost of living in Modesto, California is 51.6% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $151,583 in Modesto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Modesto, California is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
194% more expensive in Modesto
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs Modesto, CA
Compared to Rockford, Modesto is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.6% 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
  16.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  241.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% higher
  Commute
  38.1% higher
  Health
  5.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.7% higher

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