Rockford, Illinois vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 26.8% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $69,730 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
146% more expensive in Richmond
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Rockford, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.8% 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
  9.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  143.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% lower
  Commute
  1.2% higher
  Health
  6.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.2% higher