Rockford, Illinois vs. Salem, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 35.1% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $81,055 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
200% more expensive in Salem
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Rockford, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.1% 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
  11.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  220.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.1% lower
  Commute
  16.5% higher
  Health
  12.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% higher