Cost of Living Calculator - Rockford, Illinois vs Newton, Massachusetts


The cost of living in Newton, Massachusetts is 174.3% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $822,826 in Newton, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newton, Massachusetts is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
842% more expensive in Newton
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs Newton, MA
Compared to Rockford, Newton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  174.3% 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
  32.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,094.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.2% higher
  Commute
  20.5% higher
  Health
  15.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  34.3% higher

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