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


The cost of living in Monterey, California is 130.7% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $173,066 in Monterey, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monterey, California is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
670% more expensive in Monterey
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs Monterey, CA
Compared to Rockford, Monterey is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  130.7% 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
  23.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  803.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.2% lower
  Commute
  11.6% higher
  Health
  35.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% higher

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