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


The cost of living in Novato, California is 150.0% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $150,000 in Novato, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Novato, California is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
692% more expensive in Novato
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs Novato, CA
Compared to Rockford, Novato is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  150.0% 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
  24.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  838.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  50.8% higher
  Health
  4.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  36.1% higher

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